Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
abyssinicus
ID:
404270

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1777

Citation Micro:
Hort. Bot. Vindob. 3: 48 (1777)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403602



Common Names

  • Abyssinian Dock
  • Abyssinian Water-plantain
  • Abyssinian Buckwheat


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Synonyms

  • Acetosa abyssinica (Jacq.) Á.Löve & B.M.Kapoor [unknown]
  • Rumex schimperi Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Rumex abyssinicus (also called Ethiopian dock, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, sunny areas, such as meadows and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Rumex abyssinicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex abyssinicus has small, yellowish-white flowers and produces small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumex abyssinicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade, but will flower less in these conditions. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay, and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Rumex abyssinicus

Rumex abyssinicus is native to the Horn of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.

Rumex abyssinicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumex abyssinicus?

Rumex abyssinicus

What is the common name of Rumex abyssinicus?

Abyssinian Dock

What type of plant is Rumex abyssinicus?

Perennial

Species in the Rumex genus

Rumex thyrsiflorus, Rumex thyrsoides, Rumex suffruticosus, Rumex stenophyllus, Rumex simpliciflorus, Rumex frutescens, Rumex graminifolius, Rumex fallacinus, Rumex dentatus, Rumex digeneus, Rumex dufftii, Rumex longifolius, Rumex heterophyllus, Rumex intermedius, Rumex hybridus, Rumex hydrolapathum, Rumex aquitanicus, Rumex aquaticus, Rumex alpestris, Rumex alpinus, Rumex acetosella, Rumex acetosa, Rumex abyssinicus, Rumex aegyptiacus, Rumex azoricus, Rumex confertus, Rumex costaricensis, Rumex conglomeratus, Rumex cristatus, Rumex cyprius, Rumex crispus, Rumex bipinnatus, Rumex beringensis, Rumex balcanicus, Rumex bucephalophorus, Rumex tuberosus, Rumex ucranicus, Rumex ujskensis, Rumex tomentellus, Rumex vesicarius, Rumex obtusifolius, Rumex obovatus, Rumex nervosus, Rumex nivalis, Rumex patientia, Rumex papilio, Rumex palustris, Rumex maritimus, Rumex marschallianus, Rumex nepalensis,

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,