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Broad-leaved dock.
Rumex obtusifolius
Prononciation ROO-mex ob-too-sih-FOH-lee-us
Aussi appelée Bitter Dock, Broad-Leaved Dock, Broad-leaved Dock, Bitter Dock, Broadleaf Dock
This hardy perennial is often found growing in pastures and along roadsides. It is known for its deep taproot and ability to thrive in various soil conditions. You will likely recognize it by its large, wavy leaves and tall seed stalks.
En un coup d'œil
- Niveau d'entretien
- Facile
- Type de plante
- Perennial herb
- Lumière
- Full sun to partial shade
- Lumière en intérieur
- Soleil direct
- Arrosage
- Tous les 3 à 7 jours
- Taille adulte
- 1 to 1.5 meters
- Croissance
- Rapide
Entretien
This plant is quite resilient and generally requires little attention once established. Watch for rapid spread in garden beds as it can become invasive. Keep an eye on the seed heads to prevent unwanted seedlings from popping up.
- Arrosage
- Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Engrais
- Apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season if soil quality is poor.
- Taille
- Remove seed stalks before they mature to prevent the plant from spreading.
- Rempotage
- Repot only if the plant becomes root-bound in a container.
- Sol
- Moist, nutrient-rich soil
- pH du sol
- 5.5 to 7.0
Sécurité
- Animaux
- This plant contains soluble oxalates which can be toxic to cats and dogs if ingested in large quantities.
Comment l'identifier
- Large, broad, heart-shaped basal leaves
- Wavy leaf margins
- Tall, reddish-brown seed stalks
- Deep, thick taproot
Science
- Famille
- Polygonaceae
- Genre
- Rumex
- Ordre
- Caryophyllales
- Classe
- Magnoliopsida
Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.
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