Etymology: Rumex: the ancient Latin name for the docks or sorrels
Plants: erect, perennial, to 4' tall, stout forb; usually 1 un-branched stem to the flower clusters; taproot that sometimes branches
Leaves: lower with heart-shaped base, oblong to oval to 6" wide; upper much smaller
Flowers: yellow, 6-parted, stalk jointed below the middle; inflorescence loose, branched clusters with leaves at the base of the lower flower whorls
Habitat: moist; disturbed areas
Conservation Status: Introduced - naturalized
Plants: erect, perennial, to 4' tall, stout forb; usually 1 un-branched stem to the flower clusters; taproot that sometimes branches
Leaves: lower with heart-shaped base, oblong to oval to 6" wide; upper much smaller
Flowers: yellow, 6-parted, stalk jointed below the middle; inflorescence loose, branched clusters with leaves at the base of the lower flower whorls
Habitat: moist; disturbed areas
Conservation Status: Introduced - naturalized
Flora of North America: Flora of North America Floristic Rating: Wetland Indicator = FACW USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS): Images of seeds, fruits, embryos, etc. Dan Tenaglia's The Missouri Flora: Fabulous photographs; detailed descriptions; color and leave arrangement key. David G. Smith's "Delaware Wilflowers": Beautiful photographs; descriptions Illinois Wildflowers: Wonderful photographs; detailed descriptions; color and leaf arrangement key
Emmet J. Judziewicz
Merel R. Black
Emmet J. Judziewicz
Steve C. Garske
Botanical Illustration
Botanical Illustration
