Perennials, Weeds > Rumex > Rumex acetosa > Rumex acetosa
Rumex acetosa
Sorrel, Garden Sorrel, Sour Dock
| Family |
| Polygonaceae |
| Genus |
| Rumex |
| Species |
| acetosa |
| Category |
| Perennials, Weeds |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 3 - 7 |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone |
| 1a - 7a |
| RHS Hardiness Zone |
| H7 - H5 |
| Temperature (°C) |
| (-37) - (-12) |
| Temperature (°F) |
| (-35) - 10 |
| Height |
| 45-65 cm |
| Spread |
| 45-65 cm |
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
| General Description |
| A perennial herb that has a willowy and reddish vertical stem branching at the top. |
| Cultivation |
| Well-drained soil with full sun. Flowers should be removed immediately to promote leaf growth. |
| Growth |
| Fast |
| Leaf Description |
| Oblong arrowhead shaped. |
| Flower Description |
| Clusters of small reddish coloured flowers. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer) |
| Commonly used in cooking, excellent for use in salads, sauces and/or soups. The youngest leaves are said to have the best flavour. |
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