Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
lunaria
ID:
404630

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 336 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403962



Common Names

  • Lunar Dock
  • Moon Dock
  • Moonwort


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Synonyms

  • Acetosa lunaria Mill. [unknown]

Description

Rumex lunaria (also called Moon Dock, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in moist meadows, marshes, and lake shores.

Uses & Benefits

Rumex lunaria is used as a medicinal plant, for treating skin diseases, and for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex lunaria has small yellow flowers, with seeds that are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rumex lunaria: This plant is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Rumex lunaria

Rumex lunaria can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches in Europe and Asia.

Rumex lunaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumex lunaria?

Rumex lunaria

What is the common name of Rumex lunaria?

Moon Dock

What is the family of Rumex lunaria?

Polygonaceae

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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