About Rumex aquaticus L.
For identification: Rumex aquaticus can be recognized by its upright, reddish, stout growth habit. It produces large heart-shaped leaves at the base of the plant and smaller leaves along the stalk. This species can reach a height of around 1.8 meters, which equals 6 feet. When in flower, it can be identified by its red, pink, and green flowers that each have 3 sepals and grow clustered around the stalk. For habitat: Rumex aquaticus is native to temperate Eurasia. It is classified as a waterside plant because it requires nutrient-rich, wet soil to grow. Typical habitats where it grows include the shores of lakes, the banks of streams and rivers, and any other environment with access to shallow water. For distribution and reproduction: Rumex aquaticus is a hermaphroditic species, meaning individual plants produce both male and female reproductive structures. It is pollinated by wind. Its seeds need a moist environment to germinate, but cannot germinate if fully submerged in water.
