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General Description: Rumex acetosella is a slender weed with erect simple branching stems that emerge from a rosette of leaves and can reach 6 to 18 inches in height with flowers. Rumex acetosella is classified as a noxious weed by the US government and is not to be confused with the Garden salad variety of sheep sorrel known as Rumex acetosa.

Chemical Composition: Contains oxalates in the form of oxalic acid and calcium oxalate, anthraquinones, tannins, flavonoids, and various vitamins.

Pharmacology or Biological Activities:
Antiseptic, astringent and diuretic. The anthraquinones contained in sheep sorrel stimulates peristalsis and increases the secretion of mucous and water into the intestine. They are also considered to be antioxidants and free radical scavengers.

Traditional/Historical Medicine: Sheep sorrel has been historically used for inflammation of the respiratory tract, purification of the blood, antibacterial therapy, liver and biliary aliments, scurvy, fever and cancer treatment. It is contained in the Native American Essiac anti-cancer formula.

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References:
Nursing Herbal Medicine Handbook (Rumex acetosa)

USDA Natural Resources Plant Profiles

PDR for Herbal Medicines 2nd edition (Rumex acetosa)

The Herb Society of America New Encyclopedia of Herbs & their Uses

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center