Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cristatus
ID:
404329

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Horti Monsp. : 139 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403661



Common Names

  • Crested Dock
  • Crested Sorrel
  • Crested Curled Dock


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Synonyms

  • Rumex graecus Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]
  • Rumex patientia graecus (Boiss. & Heldr.) H.Lindb. [unknown]

Description

Rumex cristatus (also called Crested Dock, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, grassy areas. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rumex cristatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rumex cristatus sub. kerneri (Borbás) Akeroyd & D.A.Webb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex cristatus 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 cristatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay, sand, and loam. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate short periods of flooding. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Rumex cristatus

Rumex cristatus is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

Rumex cristatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumex cristatus?

Rumex cristatus

What is the family of Rumex cristatus?

Polygonaceae

What is the common name of Rumex cristatus?

Crested Dock

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,