Red Veined Sorrel is part of the Polygonaceae (buckwheat) family of perennial herbaceous plants.  Its subspecies is called Rumex Sanguineus and goes by other common names such as Red Veined Dock or Bloody Dock.

Its distinctive bright lime-green leaves with dark red veins make it a showstopper as a garnish for any meal while its mild citrus, lemony flavour adds a delicate zest to any dish. They can be harvested as microgreens and eaten raw in salads or as garnishes or be cooked like spinach. It is not recommended to eat the mature leaves as they become tough and bitter with age.

Red Veined Sorrel is rich in vitamin C and carotene (which can be broken down into a form of Vitamin A called retinal). Though beware! The plant does contain trace amounts of oxalic acid which may cause stomach discomfort to some people if eaten in large quantities.

Fun fact: Unlike most other varieties grown as microgreens, Red Veined Sorrel is a perennial plant meaning that its leaves will grow back after being harvested!

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