Maiden Sorrel (Rumex arifolius)

Family: Polygonaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Rumex arifolius is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw or cooked. They can be added to salads or cooked as a potherb. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; They can be added to salads or cooked as a potherb.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountainous meadows and pine forests. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)