Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 547 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454527
Common Names
- Thalictrum aquilegiifolium
- Columbine-leaved Thalictrum
- Columbine-leaved Meadow-rue
Synonyms
- Leucocoma canadensis Nieuwl. [unknown]
- Thalictrum laxiflorum Schur [unknown]
- Thalictrum niveum Lecoy. [unknown]
- Thalictrum platyphyllum Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum platystemon Lecoy. [unknown]
- Thalictrum obtusilobum Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum oxyphyllum Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum integratum Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum juranum Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum tenerifolium Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum pyrrha Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum atropurpureum Jacq. [unknown]
- Thalictrum borderi Gand. [unknown]
- Thalictrum crossaeum Heldreich & Charrel [unknown]
- Thalictrum canadense Mill. [unknown]
- Tripterium aquilegifolium Bercht. & J.Presl [unknown]
- Tripterium pauciflorum Schur [unknown]
- Tripterium contortum Bercht. & J.Presl [unknown]
- Thalictrum alatum Dulac [unknown]
- Thalictrum cornuti L. [unknown]
Description
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium (also called Columbine Meadow Rue, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and tall, slender stems with small, white flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomach problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. sibiricum Regel & Tiling
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium for. cornuti (L.) B.Boivin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium is a perennial that can be propagated from seeds or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. Deadheading is recommended to promote reblooming.
Where to Find Thalictrum aquilegiifolium
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thalictrum aquilegiifolium?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium
What is the common name of Thalictrum aquilegiifolium?
Columbine Meadow-rue
What type of soil does Thalictrum aquilegiifolium prefer?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Thalictrum genus
Thalictrum macrocarpum,
Thalictrum lucidum,
Thalictrum maritimum,
Thalictrum kuhistanicum,
Thalictrum kubotae,
Thalictrum morisonii,
Thalictrum nakamurae,
Thalictrum microspermum,
Thalictrum medium,
Thalictrum minus,
Thalictrum falconeri,
Thalictrum dasycarpum,
Thalictrum podocarpum,
Thalictrum papuanum,
Thalictrum obovatum,
Thalictrum osmorhizoides,
Thalictrum oshimae,
Thalictrum orientale,
Thalictrum domingense,
Thalictrum johnstonii,
Thalictrum integrilobum,
Thalictrum ingratum,
Thalictrum flavum,
Thalictrum foliolosum,
Thalictrum foetidum,
Thalictrum sharpii,
Thalictrum simplex,
Thalictrum siamense,
Thalictrum spurium,
Thalictrum sessile,
Thalictrum semiscandens,
Thalictrum toyamae,
Thalictrum timeroyi,
Thalictrum uncinnatum,
Thalictrum ujiinsulare,
Thalictrum uchiyamae,
Thalictrum tuberosum,
Thalictrum triternatum,
Thalictrum tripeltiferum,
Thalictrum sultanabadense,
Thalictrum rochebruneanum,
Thalictrum rhynchocarpum,
Thalictrum punduanum,
Thalictrum pumilum,
Thalictrum pubescens,
Thalictrum dalzellii,
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium,
Thalictrum appendiculatum,
Thalictrum calcicola,
Thalictrum calabricum,
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