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Fewleaved dock, Alpine Sheep Sorrel
Rumex paucifolius

Family: Polygonaceae


What it is like

A herb.

There are about 200 Rumex species.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Canada, North America, USA


How it is used for food

The leaves and stems are eaten fresh. The ripe seeds are used as food.

Edible parts

Leaves, seeds, stem


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Rumex geyeri (Meisn.) Trel.;