Mexican dock
Rumex mexicanus
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, Central America, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The young leaves are eaten raw in salads and also cooked in soups or omlettes
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Acelga