Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
scutatus
ID:
404700

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 337 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404032

Common Names

  • Shield Dock
  • Shield Sorrel
  • Shield Wood-sorrel

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Synonyms

  • Rumex glaucus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Rumex aetnensis C.Presl [unknown]
  • Rumex scutatus gallaecicus Lago [unknown]
  • Acetosa hortensis Garsault [unknown]
  • Acetosa scutata Mill. [unknown]
  • Rumex scutatus glaucus (Jacq.) Gaudin ex Wulf [unknown]

Description

Rumex scutatus (also called Shield 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 scutatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rumex scutatus sub. hastifolius (M.Bieb.) Borodina
Rumex scutatus sub. induratus (Boiss. & Reut.) Malag.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumex scutatus has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are arranged in a spikelet. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumex scutatus is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Rumex scutatus

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

Rumex scutatus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rumex scutatus?

Rumex scutatus is typically found in moist, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, meadows, and fields.

What type of soil does Rumex scutatus prefer?

Rumex scutatus prefers moist, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter.

What is the best way to propagate Rumex scutatus?

Rumex scutatus can be propagated by seed or division.

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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