Polygonaceae Rumex arcticus Trautv.

Arctic Dock

Alaska Native - Food, Vegetable

Use documented by:
Heller, Christine A., 1953, Edible and Poisonous Plants of Alaska, University of Alaska, page 55

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Scientific name: Rumex arcticus Trautv.
USDA symbol: RUARA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Arctic Dock
Family: Polygonaceae
Family (APG): Polygonaceae
Native American Tribe: Alaska Native
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Vegetable
Notes: Leaves used as salad greens and cooked as vegetables.

RECRD: 6902 id: 35211