Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
pulcher
ID:
404754

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404086



Common Names

  • Beautiful Dock
  • Beautiful Sorrel
  • Beautiful Wood-sorrel


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Synonyms

  • Lapathum violon Garsault [unknown]
  • Rumex pulcher pulcher [unknown]

Description

Rumex pulcher (also called Beautiful Dock, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rumex pulcher sub. raulinii (Boiss.) Rech.f.
Rumex pulcher sub. woodsii (De Not.) Arcang.
Rumex pulcher sub. anodontus (Hausskn.) Rech.f.
Rumex pulcher sub. cassius (Boiss.) Rech.f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex pulcher 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

Rumex pulcher is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Rumex pulcher

Rumex pulcher is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Rumex pulcher FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumex pulcher?

Rumex pulcher

What is the common name of Rumex pulcher?

Beautiful Dock

What is the natural habitat of Rumex pulcher?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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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