Rumex scutatus, (Oseille ronde) - Green Appley, Lemony Taste, Used in French kitchens since the beginning of the country's recorded history, this plant features light green, silver-patched, shield-shaped leaves, which are more succulent but less acidic than garden sorrel. It has a pronounced green, apple-like, lemony taste and small green flowers that turn reddish-brown later. The young leaves can be used in mixed leaf salads. This hardy, short-growing perennial may also be grown indoors for winter use and reaches a height of 30 cm., Seed Count Approx - 175 avg
SOWING - Will thrive anywhere, & will last for years. Easily propagated by seed, sow in Spring in ordinary soil. Plenty of sun & it will adapt to dry situations, generally found wild in pastures where the soil contains iron.. Seeds should be sown in pots at a depth of around 1cm and left in a light position to germinate. When large enough to handle, divide & give each seedling its own 5cm pot.