Seed Information

Common Name: SORREL - RED-VEINED SORREL
Scientific Name: Rumex sanguineum
Alternative Names: Bloody Dock

0.10g

R47.00

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Description

• Perennial
• Tap rooted perennial.
• Rosette forming plant with a basal clump of sword shaped leaves that are veined in deep striking red.
• Tiny, star-shaped flowers in summer followed by reddish brown fruit.
• Remove flower stalks to prevent self-seeding and to promote bushy leaf growth.
• Cut back in spring to promote new growth.
• Prefer moist soil and full sun.
• Foliage plant.
• Alternative to grasses.
• Can grow as an aquatic.
• Can plant in a container.

Culinary Uses

• Young leaves are edible and taste like spinach or chard.
• Add an interesting color to salad.

Parts Used

• Young leaves.

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