Curled Dock | Hainault Forest

Curled Dock

Rumex crispus

Found all year round growing up to one metre tall, usually on disturbed ground or near water, although it actually prefers dry soils. Nevertheless, it is very hardy and can survive several months submerged in floodwaters. Leaves of Curled Dock are slender with wavy edges and normally tapering to a point. The tall flower spikes are densely packed with flowers and seeds.