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Paraguaya dock
Rumex paraguayensis

Family: Polygonaceae


What it is like

A herb. It grows each year from seeds.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, North America, Paraguay, South America, USA


How it is used for food

The leaves are eaten raw in salads and also cooked in soup.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Lengua de vaca, Szczaw

Synonyms