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Rumex acetosella

sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella) Rumex acetosella
Common Names sheep sorrel
Family Buckwheat
Flower Color Pink, Yellow, Creamy White
Plant Type Herb
Location McCall
Weed Can be

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Sheep sorrel is a mild diuretic, mild antiseptic, and a mild laxative.

For additional information please send an e-mail request to:
Dr. Clinton C. Shock
Clinton.Shock@oregonstate.edu

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