Oxalis Palmifrons (Palm Leaf Oxalis) - Corm
1 Corm
₹ 650.00
Sale price
₹ 650.00
Regular price
₹ 999.00
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Oxalis Palmifrons (Palm Leaf Oxalis) - Corm
₹ 650.00
Regular price
₹ 999.00
Sale price
₹ 650.00
Get ready to grow one of the most mesmerizing and highly coveted plants in the botanical world! We are thrilled to offer premium, dormant corms of the incredibly rare Oxalis Palmifrons (Palm Leaf Oxalis). Unlike typical shamrocks, this spectacular South African native produces tightly clustered, highly architectural leaves that look exactly like dozens of miniature, three-dimensional palm fronds.
Starting this rare geometric beauty from corms is a deeply rewarding experience for any plant collector. Arriving in their dormant state, these tiny corms hold all the energy needed to burst into a stunning, symmetrical display of succulent-like foliage once their growing season begins.
What Exactly is a Corm?
Corms are swollen, underground plant stems that act as energy storage units. They look a bit like tiny, scaly pinecones or weird little bulbs. This natural energy reserve is what allows the Oxalis to survive its long dormancy periods in the wild, and it’s the exact fuel that will push out that incredible, palm-like foliage once planted in your home.
The Winter Grower Rule — Patience is Key!
Oxalis palmifrons has a very specific, reverse growing cycle compared to most houseplants. It is strictly a winter grower! It naturally sprouts in the cooler months of autumn and winter, and goes completely dormant during the hot summer. When you receive these corms, they are sleeping. Plant them, keep the soil very lightly moist, and let the cooler evening temperatures trigger their spectacular awakening.
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Product Profile
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| Product Type | Dormant Plant Corms (Bulbs) |
| Botanical Name | Oxalis palmifrons |
| Common Names | Palm Leaf Oxalis, Palm-leaf False Shamrock |
| Planting Time | Late Summer to Autumn (Winter Grower) |
| Sprouting Time | 3 to 6 weeks after planting (triggered by cooler night temperatures) |
| Future Foliage | Highly architectural, 3D glaucous green leaves resembling miniature palm fronds. |
| Toxicity | Contains oxalic acid. Foliage will be toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. |
| Ideal For | Rare plant collectors, DIY planting, cool-weather displays, mail-order friendly. |