Common Sorrel
Rumex acetosa
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A hardy perennial herb with tart, lemony leaves used in cooking and salads. It produces tall flower spikes with reddish-brown flowers and spreads readily in cool climates.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
European
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Bloodveined' features dark red veins on its leaves and offers ornamental appeal alongside flavor. 'Blonde de Lyon' is a French cultivar prized for tender, pale green leaves and mild taste.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A hardy perennial herb with tart, lemony leaves used in cooking and salads. It produces tall flower spikes with reddish-brown flowers and spreads readily in cool climates.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Common Sorrel grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
European
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Bloodveined' features dark red veins on its leaves and offers ornamental appeal alongside flavor. 'Blonde de Lyon' is a French cultivar prized for tender, pale green leaves and mild taste.