Broad-Leaved Dock (Rumex obtusifolius)
Tall with broad oblong leaves up to 25cm long, hairy on veins beneath, the lower heart-shaped at the base. Flowerhead hanging, reddish-brown; June-October. Fruit valves triangular, toothed, one swollen.

Very common plant on grassy waste-ground. Leaves are traditionally used to soothe Nettle stings. (The two plants are often found together.)

Spotters' score: 1

ref: p.44/3

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Broad-Leaved Dock