Curly dock and other docks
Rumex crispus, Rumex spp.
- Plant type
- forb
- Settings
- Disturbed ground, Riparian and wet ground
- Risk
- Low risk Our rating from the cited sources.
- Review
- Not yet reviewed by a veterinarian.
Photos
Planned.
How to tell it
Perennial 3 to 4 ft with long leaves with finely crinkled edges; many small greenish flowers in long clusters; papery three-winged fruit with shiny brown seeds (Merck).
Look-alikes: Planned.
What to do on a site walk
- Limit time.
Why it matters
- Toxic principle
- Soluble oxalates
- Toxic parts
- Leaves
- Basis for our rating
- Chewgrass rating. Cornell and Merck report oxalate poisoning mainly in cattle and sheep that eat large amounts.
Signs in goats
Weakness, tremors, labored breathing (Merck, other species).
If you think an animal has been poisoned, call your vet right away.
Season
No source data yet.
Sources
Links last checked: 2026-10-31