Oxalis Sunset Velvet

Royal Sunset-Toned Wood Sorrel 'Sunset Velvet' (Oxalis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet')

Get ready to bring the true magic of golden hour, an explosion of fiery colors, and the most interactive silhouette in the world of houseplants into your home or office - the stunning Sunset-Toned Wood Sorrel 'Sunset Velvet' (Oxalis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet' / Oxalis spiralis aurea)! This exclusive natural masterpiece of volcanic origin, highly prized among houseplant aesthetes, is the perfect element of color therapy. The plant's greatest pride, magnet, and unmistakable trademark is its breathtaking foliage: tiny, three-part leaves arranged on delicate reddish stems, shimmering in an indescribable sunset-toned palette - from coral pink and copper red to golden yellow and peach orange. In addition to this extravagance of leaf colors, the plant regularly delights with tiny, sunny yellow flowers that create a wonderful contrast with the warm foliage. Like other wood sorrels, 'Sunset Velvet' gently folds its leaves in the evenings and on cloudy days. It is currently a nicely grown, strong, exceptionally dense, and very promising 15 cm plant in a compact 10 pot. It is the most prestigious, tasteful, and heartfelt gift for housewarmings, bright windowsills, hanging pots, and anyone seeking a truly living, fiery natural wonder!

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

• ☀️ Light: Exceptionally generous, bright light with moderate sunlight! Here lies the main secret behind this plant's vivid sunset tones: for the leaves to become distinctly orange, pink, and golden, the plant ABSOLUTELY requires plenty of light and morning or afternoon sun. In a spot that is too dark, the leaves will simply become greenish and lose their 'Sunset Velvet' identity. Protect it only from the harshest, scorching midsummer midday rays.

• 💧 Watering: Regular, moderate, and careful. Unlike Oxalis triangularis, this species does not grow from large tubers and does not enter complete winter dormancy, so it prefers more consistent moisture. Water the plant thoroughly as soon as the surface layer of soil (the top 1-2 cm of the pot) has dried. Since this plant is in a size 10 pot, it will dry out relatively quickly, but it absolutely cannot tolerate its roots standing in stagnant water in the saucer, which can quickly cause rot.

• 🌡️ Temperature/Humidity: It feels great and comfortable in moderate room temperatures (+15°C to +24°C). This plant adapts very well to ordinary indoor air and does not require special humidification. In winter, protect it from the dry, hot air of heating radiators and temperatures below +10°C!

• 🐾 Keep away from pets: Wood sorrels contain oxalic acid (oxalates) in their leaves. Chewing them can cause digestive tract and kidney irritation in cats and dogs. Place this vivid sunset plant somewhere they cannot reach.

🏠 BEST LOCATION:

• Bright windowsills (especially east- or west-facing), desks, and hanging pots, where this photonastic (moving) natural phenomenon will receive enough light and delight you every day.

• Modern, romantic, or vivid eclectic-style interiors, where warm orange and copper tones bring sunshine and liveliness into the room.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Height: 15 cm 

• Pot diameter: 10 cm

⚠️ Note and a dose of reality about wood sorrels: Plants are living organisms, so every specimen and the precise distribution of its orange, pink, and golden tones on each leaf is a completely unique natural masterpiece that depends directly on how much light the plant receives in your home. During transport, the plant may fold its leaves and look slightly tired - place it in a bright spot and water it, and it will quickly regain its shape. When you repot it in the future, use a light, peat-based, well-draining houseplant soil mix (with a generous amount of perlite) to ensure good air circulation around the roots.