SPECIMEN NO. #61 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Oxalidaceae

Oxalis triangularis

Common Name: False Shamrock

Oxalis triangularis (False Shamrock) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:

Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, kidney failure in severe cases (soluble oxalic acid).

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement 2000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 6000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope 15°C – 26°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 50% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 7156971
Native Biogeographical Range Argentina Northeast; Argentina Northwest; Arkansas; Bolivia; Brazil North; Brazi...
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