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Synonyms: |
Oxalis corymbosa DC. |
Common names: | |
Frequency: | Rare as an escape |
Status: | Introduced |
Description: |
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Notes: | Similar to the much more common and widespread weed Oxalis latifolia but easily distinguished by the more rounded, obovate leaflets which are narrowly and only slightly notched at the apex. |
Derivation of specific name: | debilis: weak, frail, feeble. |
Habitat: | A weed of cultivation. |
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Worldwide distribution: | Native to tropical America. |
Mozambique distribution: | M |
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Endemic status: | |
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Insects associated with this species: | |
Spot characters: | Display spot characters for this species |
Content last updated: | Sunday 9 December 2012 |
Literature: |
Da Silva, M.C., Izidine, S. & Amude, A.B. (2004). A preliminary checklist of the vascular plants of Mozambique. Southern African Botanical Diversity Network Report No. 30 Sabonet, Pretoria Page 93. Exell, A.W. (1963). Oxalidaceae Flora Zambesiaca 2(1) Page 155. Exell, A.W. & Gonçalves, M.L. (1969). 35. Oxalidaceae Flora de Moçambique Junta de Investigaçoes de Ultramar, Centro de Botanica Pages 6 - 7. Kabuye, C.H.S. (1971). Oxalidaceae Flora of Tropical East Africa Pages 11 - 12. |
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