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  1. sheep sorrel, sheep's sorrel, Rumex acetosellanoun

    small plant having pleasantly acid-tasting arrow-shaped leaves; common in dry places

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  1. sheep sorrel

    Rumex acetosella, commonly known as red sorrel, sheep's sorrel, field sorrel and sour weed, is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family Polygonaceae. Native to Eurasia and the British Isles, the plant and its subspecies are common perennial weeds. It has green arrowhead-shaped leaves and red-tinted deeply ridged stems, and it sprouts from an aggressive and spreading rhizome. The flowers emerge from a tall, upright stem. Female flowers are maroon in color.

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  1. sheep sorrel

    Sheep sorrel is a small perennial herb, scientific name Rumex acetosella, that is native to Europe and Asia but has been naturalized in North America. It is characterized by its sharp, tangy flavor and arrow-shaped leaves. This plant grows best in fields, grasslands, and woodlands. Its leaves and stems can be eaten raw or cooked, and it's often used in culinary dishes for its tart, lemony flavor. It's also known for its rumored medicinal properties.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of sheep sorrel in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of sheep sorrel in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5


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  • овечий щавельRussian
  • செம்மறி sorrelTamil

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