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Water consistently, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again to prevent root rot.
Also known as Ambari · Bladder-Dock · Rosy Dock
Bladder Dock (Rumex vesicarius) is a low-growing, annual herb with distinctive inflated, papery calyxes that enclose seeds, resembling bladders.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
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Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-draining soil. Prefers sandy or loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
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Thrives in moderate temperatures.
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Ideal range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
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Fertilize sparingly in spring.
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Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again to prevent root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to remove spent flower stalks and tidy the plant. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed to maintain appearance.
Propagate by seeds sown directly outdoors in early spring after the last frost. Seeds can also be started indoors a few weeks prior.
If grown in a pot, repot annually in spring to refresh the soil and provide adequate space for root growth. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Polygonaceae |
| Genus | Rumex |
| Species | Rumex vesicarius |
Similar in genus Rumex
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