Common Sorrel.
Taken at Baron's Haugh  on 28th June 2018 using Nikon D5200 with Sigma 600 mm zoom lens. Fact File
Common Sorrel.
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A.K.A. 		Rumex acetosa.
Caryophyllales.
Polygonaceae.
Herbaceous perennial.
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Feature:
 Grassland, Woodland.
60 cms.
It has whorled spikes of reddish-green flowers,which bloom in early summer, becoming purplish.
The leaves, when consumed raw, have a sour taste.