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General Information

Rumex trisetifer is an erect annual plant growing from 30 - 8Ocm tall from a large, brown tuberous rootstock[, ].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a medicine.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

E. Asia - northeast India, Myanmar, southern and eastern China, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines

Habitat

Abandoned fields and on river banks[]. Field margins, moist valleys, water sides; at elevations from sea level to 1,300 metres[]

Properties

Medicinal Rating
Habit	Annual
Height	0.50 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Species in this genus generally succeed in a variety of soils, but they prefer deep fertile moderately heavy soils that are humus-rich, moisture-retentive and also well-drained, with a position in full-sun or part shade[].
Being wind -pollinated, Rumex species usually hybridize readily, especially with other members of the genus they are more closely related to[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

The roots are laxative and purgative. They are used in the treatment of constipation[].
A maceration of the roots in vinegar or alcohol applied topically is effective for treating contusions, inflammation, acne, eczema, prurigo, scalp scabies and vulvitis[].

A maceration of the fresh leaves in vinegar or alcohol applied topically is effective for treating contusions, inflammation, acne, eczema, prurigo, scalp scabies and vulvitis[].

The roots are collected all the year round, but preferably in autwnn and winter. After the radicles have been stripped
off, the roots are well washed, sliced and dried in the sun or in ovens[].
The leaves are harvested in spring and summer. They are used fresh externally or are dried for internal use[]

The roots and leaves contain anthraglucosides (3 - 3.4%), tannins and resins[]

Other Uses

None known

Propagation

Seed -