Rumex thyrsiflorus subsp. papillaris
(Boiss. & Reut.) Sagredo & Malag.
Sorrel
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Summary
Source: WikipediaRumex thyrsiflorus, also known commonly as the compact dock or thyrse sorrel, is a perennial herb, which grows in meadows and wasteland in most parts of Europe. It is somewhat similar to common sorrel (Rumex acetosa).
Description
A Mediterranean herb in the sorrel family (Polygonaceae) with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
Young leaves near the base are eaten raw as snacks or in salads.
Traditional Uses
The young leaves near the base are eaten raw as snacks or in salads.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Mediterranean, Spain,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Acedera
References (4)
- Molina, M. et al, 2014, Weeds and Food Diversity: Natural Yield Assessment and Future Alternatives for Traditionally Consumed Wild Vegetables. Journal of Ethnobiology 34(1): 44–67 (As Rumex papillaris)
- Sanchez-Mata, M. C., et al, 2010, Wild vegetables of the Mediterranean area as valuable sources of bioactive compounds. Genet. Resourc. Crop Evol. 59:431-443
- Tardio, J., et al, 2006, Ethnobotanical review of wild edible plants in Spain. Botanical J. Linnean Soc. 152 (2006), 27-71 (As Rumex papillaris)
- Tardio, J., 2011, Alimentos silvestres: la despensa mas natural y nutritiva. Ambienta 95/June 2011 p 45 (As Rumex papillaris)
