Sorrel and other species of dock

The sorrel, often used for consumption

The sorrel, which is usually used for consumption, is the great sorrel (Rumex acetosa), which is found on many meadows in Central Europe Locations how the creeping buttercup grows. It is true that this species also contains this for the human organism when it is ingested in large quantities harmful potassium hydrogen oxalate, but the amount can be reduced by following certain rules note. Even with this species, the leaves should no longer be used or should only be used when they have been cooked turns reddish in summer due to the increasing content of this sometimes toxic substance discolor. The great sorrel reaches different heights of growth in shady and sunny locations, its towering ones Panicles of flowers but rarely get less than 100 centimeters high. For the Planting The seeds of wild specimens can be harvested in your own garden and scattered in your own garden. The resistant seeds of sorrel can cope with different site conditions, but it is difficult to contain the deep-rooted plants after the first spread.

The dock family

In total, over 200 different subspecies belong to the dock family (Rumex), including, for example:

• Little sorrel
• Curled dock
• Roman dock
• Alpine sorrel
• Blood vessel

Most dock species are not directly poisonous, but they can contain different amounts of the fatal potassium hydrogen oxalate depending on the location and species. Therefore, you should consult people who are knowledgeable about herbs in the respective collecting region before consuming them, or you should use the seeds you have bought in your own garden.

The confusion of sorrel with other plant species

The sorrel can sometimes be mistaken for the poisonous Aaron's staff by inexperienced herb collectors. At a certain point in springtime, it has young leaves that look very similar to sorrel. However, a distinction can be made on the basis of the leaf blade, since here are laterally tapering ends at the lower leaf ends of the sorrel leaves. These are round shaped on the leaves of the Aaron's staff. If you want to be on the safe side, you should get the clear training first blossoms for the harvest wait.

Tips & Tricks

The different relatives of the sorrel can be classified based on the color of their flowers, the height of growth and the nature of the leaves.