Oxalis stricta
Common names in 19 European languages →
Key actions
AntioxidantAnti-inflammatoryAntimicrobialHepatoprotective (liver support)GastroprotectiveAnticancer (preclinical)Antidiabetic (blood-sugar lowering)Neuroprotective / cognition supportVulnerary (wound healing)AstringentAntidiarrhoeal
Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence
- Inflammation (general)Good
- DiarrhoeaGood
- Cancer (anticancer research)Traditional
- Liver supportTraditional
- Infection (general)Traditional
- WoundsTraditional
- Blood sugar / diabetes supportTraditional
- IndigestionTraditional
- Cognitive functionTraditional
Selected studies & references
PreclinicalIn vitro studies of phytochemical, antioxidant, antibacterial and enzymatic inhibition of Oxalis corniculata whole plant from South Waziristan, Pakistan (2026)
PreclinicalIntegrated In Vitro and In Silico Insights into the Antidiabetic and Antioxidant Mechanisms of Oxalis corniculata L. Aerial Parts (2026)
PreclinicalOxalis corniculata L. Ethanol Extract Promotes Fracture Healing: Integrated Omics and Experimental Validation (2026)
PreclinicalBiogenic synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using leaf extract of Oxalis stricta and its effect on colon cancer: an in vitro and in silico approach (2025)
PreclinicalThe potential anti-Alzheimer's activity of Oxalis corniculata Linn. methanolic extract in experimental rats (2024)
PreclinicalAn acidic polysaccharide from Oxalis corniculata L. and the preliminary study on its antioxidant activity (2022)
All 15 studies in the Knowledge Finder →
Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.