Wood sorrel (lozèy mawon)
Oxalis corniculata
Wood sorrel
lozèy mawon
Oseille marron
Oxalis corniculata
Traditionally used
Immunity, antioxidant, vitamin C, fever, cold, anti-inflammatory
Prepared as
Fresh plant eaten in salads for vitamin C and digestion. Juice: blend fresh plant with water, strain, drink 100ml daily as diuretic and liver tonic. Leaf tea: boil handful 10 minutes, drink 1 cup twice daily for urinary complaints. Apply crushed fresh leaves to wounds and inflamed skin.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou ranfòse kò a, rich nan vitamin C, desann lafyèv, geri grippe ak refwadi, diminye enflamasyon
Français — Renforce l'immunité, riche en antioxydants et vitamine C, fait tomber la fièvre, soigne rhume et grippe, anti-inflammatoire
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside