Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
rhabarbarum
ID:
405146

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 372 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404478

Common Names

  • Garden Rhubarb
  • Rheum
  • Rhubarb

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Synonyms

  • Rheum undulalum L. [unknown]
  • Rhabarbarum verum Garsault [unknown]
  • Rheum undulatum L. [unknown]
  • Rheum franzenbachii Münter [unknown]
  • Rheum undulatum longifolium C.Y.Cheng & T.C.Kao [unknown]
  • Rheum franzenbachii mongolicum Münter [unknown]

Description

Rheum rhabarbarum (also called the Garden Rhubarb, among many other common names) is a large, herbaceous perennial with large, lobed leaves and large, fleshy roots. It is native to Europe, and is found in moist meadows and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Rheum rhabarbarum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as a food additive and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rheum rhabarbarum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rheum rhabarbarum is a fast-growing, deciduous perennial native to temperate regions of the world. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from root divisions, which should be taken in spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Rheum rhabarbarum

Rheum rhabarbarum can be found in wet areas of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Rheum rhabarbarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rheum rhabarbarum?

Rheum rhabarbarum

What type of plant is Rheum rhabarbarum?

A flowering plant

Where is Rheum rhabarbarum native to?

Asia

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References