Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
ellipticus
ID:
1235235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 4(24): 234. 1901 [5 Jan 1901]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001234573



Common Names

  • Rumex ellipticus
  • Ellipticus Rumex
  • Ellipticus Dock


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Description

Rumex ellipticus (also called Elliptic Dock, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is found in temperate and subtropical climates, growing in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Rumex ellipticus is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex ellipticus has small, yellow flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumex ellipticus is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed sowing in the spring. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated.

Where to Find Rumex ellipticus

Rumex ellipticus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Rumex ellipticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumex ellipticus?

Rumex ellipticus

What is the common name of Rumex ellipticus?

Elliptic Dock

What is the natural habitat of Rumex ellipticus?

Rumex ellipticus is native to Europe and western Asia.

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,

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