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Sheep's sorrel

Rumex acetosella

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Polygonaceae ›Genus: Rumex

About

Rumex acetosella, commonly known as sheep's sorrel, red sorrel, sour weed and field sorrel, is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family Polygonaceae. The plant and its subspecies are common perennial weeds. It has green arrowhead-shaped leaves and red-tinted deeply ridged stems, and it sprouts from an aggressive and spreading rhizome. The flowers emerge from a tall, upright stem. Female flowers are maroon in color.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sheep's sorrel?
The scientific name of Sheep's sorrel is Rumex acetosella.
What is the conservation status of Sheep's sorrel?
The Sheep's sorrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Sheep's sorrel belong to?
Sheep's sorrel belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Sheep's sorrel belong to?
Sheep's sorrel belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Sheep's sorrel belong to?
Sheep's sorrel belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Sheep's sorrel belong to?
Sheep's sorrel belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Sheep's sorrel belong to?
Sheep's sorrel belongs to the family Polygonaceae.
What genus does Sheep's sorrel belong to?
Sheep's sorrel belongs to the genus Rumex.