Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1809
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 397 (1809)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403630
Common Names
- Dense-flowered Dock
- Dense-flowered Water-plantain
- Dense-flowered Buckwheat
Synonyms
- Rumex alpinus subcalligerus Boiss. [unknown]
Description
Rumex confertus (also called Dense Dock, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, grassy areas. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Rumex confertus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rumex confertus has small, yellowish-white flowers and produces small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rumex confertus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade, but will flower less in these conditions. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay, and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Rumex confertus
Rumex confertus is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.
Rumex confertus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rumex confertus?
Rumex confertus
What is the family of Rumex confertus?
Polygonaceae
What is the common name of Rumex confertus?
Dense-flowered Dock
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,