Rumex OK-2

Rumex OK-2 is a perennial crop developed through the hybridization of spinach sorrel and Tian Shan sorrel. It is a unique plant with multifunctional use, applied in the food industry, animal feed production, energy sector, and medicine. Thanks to its high yield and early maturity, Rumex OK-2 is a promising variety for cultivation under various climatic conditions, especially on gray soils and chernozems.

This crop is distinguished by its high nutritional value, including a rich protein composition and a unique vitamin complex. Rumex OK-2 exhibits resistance to winter conditions and ultra-early regrowth, enabling stable yields throughout the season. Its simple cultivation technology makes this variety accessible to a wide range of agricultural producers.

The history of creating Rumex OK-2 is linked to scientific research conducted in the 1980s at the National Botanical Garden named after N.N. Grishko of the NAS of Ukraine. This variety is the result of work by the department of new crops, which focuses on introducing promising species for Ukrainian agriculture. Thanks to its unique properties, Rumex OK-2 is successfully used as a vegetable, fodder, and medicinal plant, as well as a source of bioenergy.