Yellow Dock Root

Yellow Dock Root (Rumex crispus)

Known for its long, wavy-edged leaves and thick golden-yellow root, yellow dock (Rumex crispus) has been valued in traditional Western herbalism for generations. The herbaceous perennial produces clusters of small flowers that mature into deep reddish-brown seeds by late summer, when the roots are typically harvested for peak quality. The bright yellow root has long been prepared as a decoction (tea), syrup, tincture, or oil infusion for topical use, making yellow dock a versatile and well-respected botanical in the traditional herbal apothecary.