Yellow Dock
Rumex crispus, the curly dock, curled dock or yellow dock, is a perennial flowering plant in the family Polygonaceae, native to Europe and Western Asia.

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Scientific Name:  Rumex crispus
Parts Used:  Root, leaves

Cautions:
  • Some sources say to avoid if pregnant.

Healing Properties
  • Cooling, tonic, bitter, laxative, detoxifying, carminative, anti inflammatory.
  • Roots are more potent than leaves.
  • Fresh roots are used to treat anemia. 
  • Supports liver function/detoxifies.
  • Used as a pregnancy tonic by some, as it improves absorption of iron. Some say to avoid however, so consult an expert.
  • Good for skin diseases/issues, shingles, arthritis, swollen lymph glands.
  • Also good for coughs, sore throats, digestion, stomach upsets, diarrhea and constipation.

How to Use:
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below).  However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.
Grow/Harvest Yourself: 
  • Buy Yellow Dock Seeds
  • Harvest leaves any time during growing season
  • Harvest roots from September through November (or early spring)
  • Zone: 4-7
  • Any soil
  • Full sun
*I am not a doctor.  The information on this platform is not a claim to treat, cure, prevent or diagnose any illness.  These remedies are intended to aid the healing process within your body (in correlation with existing traditional treatments).  Please talk to your family doctor before trying any natural remedies (especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or on prescription medication).  
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