Rumex obovatus
Obovate Leaved Dock, Tropical Dock
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Polygonaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual or biennial.
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Rumex obovatus (commonly known as Obovate-Leaved Dock or Tropical dock) is an annual or biennial within the Polygonaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Biennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Paraguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Finland, Florida, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Louisiana, Mauritius, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden