Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
graminifolius
ID:
404022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Georgi ex Lamb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 264 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403354



Common Names

  • Graminifolius Rumex
  • Rumex graminifolius
  • Rumex


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Synonyms

  • Rumex gramineus Pall. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Rumex angustissimus Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Rumex acetosella subspathulatus Trautv. [unknown]
  • Acetosella graminifolia (Lamb.) Á.Löve [unknown]
  • Rumex acetosella graminifolius (Georgi ex Lamb.) Schrenk [unknown]
  • Rumex graminifolius subspathulatus (Trautv.) Tolm. [unknown]
  • Rumex aureostigmaticus Kom. [unknown]

Description

Rumex graminifolius (also called Grass-leaved Dock, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant with long, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia, and it is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rumex graminifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex graminifolius has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumex graminifolius 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 graminifolius

Rumex graminifolius can be found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Rumex graminifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumex graminifolius?

Rumex graminifolius

What is the common name of Rumex graminifolius?

Grass-leaved Dock

What is the natural habitat of Rumex graminifolius?

Forests and woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2423886: Based on the initial data import
Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.
Johann Gottlieb Georgi (1729-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Georgi' in the authors string.