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Rumex cordatus

Family: Polygonaceae


What it is like

A herb. It often lies along the ground. The leaves are oval to heart shaped. They have long leaf stalks.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows on sandy flats.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The leaves are eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Rumex sarcorhizus Link;