Family:
Polygonaceae
Rumex tenax
Dock
Other Names:
Regional Subspecies:
Habitat & Site Selection:
Variable, in low lying or damp areas and usually on clay soils.
Habit:
Perennial forb to 40cm high. Leaves are lanceolate and the same length as stalks. Leaves with flower cluster linear and longer (flowers Sep-Mar). Fruit triangular in outline.
Seed Collection & Propagation:
When seed turns red-brown and comes away from the plant easily. Propagates readily from seed.
Values & Uses:
Useful groundcover.