Maiden sorrel, Mountain dock
Rumex alpestris

Family: Polygonaceae

What it is like

A herb.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Armenia, Asia, Canada, Caucasus, Europe, France, India, Korea, North America, Norway, Scandinavia, USA

How it is used for food

The young leaves are eaten raw in salads. They are also cooked as a potherb or added to soups and omelettes.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Tersho

Synonyms

Rumex arifolius All.[Illegitimate]; Rumex montanus Desf.; and others