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Round-Leaved Dock (Rumex obtusifolius) is a perennial herb belonging to the Polygonaceae family, native to regions such as Albania, Algeria, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, and many others across Europe, parts of Asia, and North Africa. Round-Leaved Dock (Latin: Rumex obtusifolius, family Polygonaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Round-Leaved Dock is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Round-Leaved Dock is a member of the Polygonaceae family native to ALB, ALG, ALT, AUT, BAL, and BLT. Round-Leaved Dock thrives in moist conditions and prefers light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soils with a pH of 6.5–7.
Round-Leaved Dock grows best in USDA zone 4-8, 8/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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