Rumex obtusifolius
Species of flowering plant in the family Polygonaceae / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Rumex obtusifolius, commonly known as bitter dock,[2][3] broad-leaved dock, bluntleaf dock, dock leaf, dockens or butter dock, is a perennial plant in the family Polygonaceae. It is native to Europe, but is found on all temperate continents.[2][4][5] It is a highly invasive species in some zones, resulting from its abundant seed dispersal, adaptability to reproduce, aggressive roots, ability to tolerate extreme climates, and hardiness.[2]
Quick Facts Broad-leaved dock, Scientific classification ...
Broad-leaved dock | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Order: | Caryophyllales |
Family: | Polygonaceae |
Genus: | Rumex |
Species: | R. obtusifolius |
Binomial name | |
Rumex obtusifolius | |
Synonyms | |
Rumex sylvestris (Lam.) Campd.[1] |
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