Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Polygonaceae

Genus:

Rumex

Species:

Rumex chrysocarpus

USDA Symbol:

RUCH3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

150 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

greenish, red

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Fall Color:

red

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist