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Summary
The hybrid Rumex patientia x tianschanicus (Hybrid sorrel) is a good Carbon Farming plant. Rumex patientia x tianschanicus. Staple Crop: balanced carb and Industrial Crop: biomass.
Physical Characteristics
Rumex patientia is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in).
See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind.
It is noted for attracting wildlife.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
UK Hardiness Map
US Hardiness Map
Synonyms
Habitats
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves
Edible Uses:
Leaves - raw or cooked[1, 2, 5, 37, 177]. Eaten like spinach or made into a delicious puree, they are often mixed with a quarter part of sorrel in order to add flavour to them[183]. A fairly mild flavour[183], they make an excellent vegetable[K]. The leaves are produced very early in the year[27]. Carbon Farming - The hybrid Rumex patientia x tianschanicus is a good staple crop: balanced carb.
References More on Edible Uses
Medicinal Uses
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The juice, and an infusion of the root, has been used as a poultice and salve in the treatment of various skin problems[257]. An infusion of the root has been used in the treatment of constipation[257]. The leaves have been rubbed in the mouth to treat sore throats[257].
References More on Medicinal Uses
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Other Uses
Although no specific mention has been made for this species, dark green to brown and dark grey dyes can be obtained from the roots of many species in this genus, They do not need a mordant[168].
Special Uses
Carbon Farming Food Forest
References More on Other Uses
Cultivation details
Experimental Crop Industrial Crop: Biomass Management: Coppice Management: Standard Staple Crop: Balanced carb
A very easily grown plant, it succeeds in most soils, preferring a moist moderately fertile well-drained soil in a sunny position[200]. Formerly cultivated for its edible leaves[1, 2, 37, 50], these can be available in early February if the winter is mild[K]. An important food plant for the caterpillars of many species of butterfly[30].The hybrid Rumex patientia x tianschanicus (Hybrid sorrel) is a good Carbon Farming plant. Rumex patientia x tianschanicus cultivation: new crop. Management: standard, coppice. Staple Crop: balanced carb. Industrial Crop: biomass.
Carbon Farming
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Experimental Crop
Plant breeders are testing these plants to see if they could be domesticated for cultivation, but they are still in an experimental phase. Examples include milkweed and leafy spurge.
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Industrial Crop: Biomass
Three broad categories: bamboos, resprouting woody plants, and giant grasses. uses include: protein, materials (paper, building materials, fibers, biochar etc.), chemicals (biobased chemicals), energy - biofuels
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Management: Coppice
Cut to the ground repeatedly - resprouting vigorously. Non-destructive management systems maintaining the soil organic carbon.
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Management: Standard
Plants grow to their standard height. Harvest fruit, seeds, or other products. Non-Destructive management systems.
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Staple Crop: Balanced carb
(0-15 percent protein, 0-15 percent oil, with at least one over 5 percent). The carbohydrates are from either starch or sugar. Annuals include maize, wheat, rice, and potato. Perennials include chestnuts, carob, perennial fruits, nuts, cereals, pseudocereals, woody pods, and acorns.
References Carbon Farming Information and Carbon Sequestration Information
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Propagation
Seed - sow spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring.
Other Names
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Found In
Countries where the plant has been found are listed here if the information is available
Weed Potential
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Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status :
Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.
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Botanical References
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