Clustered Dock
Rumex conglomeratus
Observed along Sycamore Creek in the western slopes of the Mazatzal Mts., Maricopa Co., Arizona. 16 May 2010.
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LEAVES: Elongate leaves are relatively broad and the base may be tapered or heart-shaped.
PERENNIAL HERB: Plants are mostly less than
1-½ meters in height. Usually with several closely
grouped stems.
FLOWERS: Small green flowers with three reddish-green bracts each. Groups of
flowers along the spikes may appear to be interrupted.
RANGE: Grows in moist spots within sycamore canyons. A native of
Europe introduced by settlers.
FRUIT: Each single seed is enveloped in three papery wings.
UNARMED.