Common Sorrel (Rumex Acetosa)
Short/tall, acid-tasting. Leaves arrow-shaped, the upper ones clasping the stem. Flowerhead loose, flowers reddish, in branched clusters; May-August.

Common on grassland: like Dock, but more delicate.

Spotters' score: 5

ref: p.44/1

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Common Sorrel (base leaves only)