Oxalis Pes-caprae (Noun)
Meaning
South African bulbous wood sorrel with showy yellow flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was overrun with oxalis pes-caprae, its bright yellow blooms swaying in the gentle breeze.
- In South Africa, oxalis pes-caprae is a common invasive species that can outcompete native plants for water and nutrients.
- The oxalis pes-caprae that had naturalized in the area was considered a nuisance by local farmers, who saw it as a threat to their crops.
- Oxalis pes-caprae is often mistaken for clover, but its distinctive yellow flowers and bulbous roots set it apart from similar-looking plants.
- In its natural habitat, oxalis pes-caprae plays an important role in the ecosystem, serving as a food source for various animals and insects.