Common Sorrel
Rumex acetosa
Información Básica
- Familia:
- Polygonaceae
- Categoría:
- Flor Silvestre
- Estado:
- Least Concern
- Floración:
- May - July
Descripción
A tangy-leaved perennial with arrow-shaped leaves. The sour taste comes from oxalic acid, making it a traditional salad green.
Hábitat
Meadows, grasslands, woodland edges
Características
- height:
- 30-100 cm
- flower Color:
- Reddish-green
- leaf Type:
- Arrow-shaped, sour-tasting
- growth Form:
- Perennial herb
🌿 Usos Medicinales
Traditional remedy for fever and scurvy (high in vitamin C). Leaf poultice for skin conditions. Mild diuretic.
⚠️ High in oxalic acid - avoid in large quantities if prone to kidney stones.
🍽️ Usos Culinarios
Classic ingredient in French sorrel soup. Young leaves excellent in salads, sauces, and omelets. Adds lemony tang without citrus. Pairs well with fish and eggs.