Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Polygonaceae

Genus:

Rumex

Species:

Rumex kerneri

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers habitats near water bodies