Largeflower pink-sorrel (Oxalis debilis) is in the Woodsorrel Family family (Oxalidaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,035 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Nationally it blooms mainly from February to April, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Largeflower pink-sorrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About Largeflower pink-sorrel
Oxalis debilis, the large-flowered pink-sorrel or pink woodsorrel, is a perennial plant and herb in the Oxalidaceae family. Its original distribution is South America but has become a very cosmopolitan species, occurring in all continents except Antarctica. It can be found in both temperate and tropical areas.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Largeflower pink-sorrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 307 | March | Dec–Apr |
| Texas | 264 | April | Feb–Apr |
| Mississippi | 210 | March | Feb–May |
| Louisiana | 133 | April | Mar–Apr |
| Georgia | 46 | February | Dec–May |
| Alabama | 38 | March | Feb–Apr |
| Hawaii | 13 | January | Dec–Mar |
| South Carolina | 9 | January | Dec–Feb |
| Arkansas | 6 | April | Mar–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Woodsorrel Family)
Bermuda buttercup
Violet Woodsorrel
Redwood Sorrel
Mountain Woodsorrel
Upright Yellow Woodsorrel
Oregon woodsorrel
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Largeflower pink-sorrel?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from February to April.
Where is Largeflower pink-sorrel most often seen?
The most observations come from Florida, Texas, Mississippi.