Canaigre Dock

Rumex hymenosepalus, Polygonaceae

Zones

7–11

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Dynamic AccumulatorMulch MakerGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sickle-leaf Hoary PeaTephrosia falciformis

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

Arabian peaBituminaria bituminosa

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

Prostrate Summer CypressKochia prostrata

Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Phasey BeanMacroptilium lathyroides

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Black PeaLathyrus niger

Rumex species produce oxalates and other compounds that can inhibit legume growth

Uses

Functions

Deep Soil BreakingNutrient AccumulationDesert Soil Improvement

Edible Parts

Young LeavesRoots

Medicinal Uses

AstringentTanning Agent

Common Questions

What zones does Canaigre Dock grow in?

Canaigre Dock grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Canaigre Dock?

Good companions for Canaigre Dock include Sickle-leaf Hoary Pea, Arabian pea, Prostrate Summer Cypress, Phasey Bean.

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