French sorrel
Rumex scutatus · Docks · Knotweed family
Also known as: Buckler-leaf Sorrel · Shield-leaf Sorrel
Easy15–40cmNot pet-safeEdible
French sorrel care at a glance
French sorrel (Rumex scutatus) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases, Toxicity & Weather on French sorrel
Possible pests on French sorrel include Dock leaf beetle, Slugs and snails and Aphids. Possible diseases include Sorrel rust and Powdery mildew. French sorrel is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Dock leaf beetle Medium
- Aphids Low
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Sorrel rust Medium
- Powdery mildew Low
Toxicity
- Soluble oxalates / oxalic acid Medium
Weather
- Bolting Medium
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Frequently asked questions about French sorrel
- Which pests affect French sorrel?
- Possible pests on French sorrel include Dock leaf beetle, Slugs and snails and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect French sorrel?
- Possible diseases include Sorrel rust and Powdery mildew.
- Is French sorrel toxic to cats and dogs?
- French sorrel is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does French sorrel need?
- French sorrel has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does French sorrel need?
- French sorrel prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is French sorrel frost-hardy?
- French sorrel is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -23 °C.
- Can you eat French sorrel?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves.