Thalictrum alpinum aka Arctic Meadow Rue

Taxonomy

Thalictrum alpinum, also known as alpine meadow-rue and arctic meadow-rue, is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family. It is a native plant to Arctic and alpine regions of North America and Eurasia, including Alaska, northern Canada, and Greenland. This plant can be found in cold, wet, boggy habitats in high mountains farther south. Alpine Meadow-Rue is a rare houseplant that requires regular watering to thrive and does best in long-lasting direct light. It prefers soil that is well-draining and doesn't require added fertilizers if repotted each time it doubles in size.

Common names

Arctic Meadow Rue, Alpine Meadow Rue, Dwarf Meadow Rue

How to care for Arctic Meadow Rue

Difficulty

Caring for Arctic Meadow Rue is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Water

Arctic Meadow Rue should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Arctic Meadow Rue loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

Arctic Meadow Rue requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Alpine Meadow Rue is always in the right place to thrive.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

Fertilizer

Repotting the Arctic Meadow Rue should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the Arctic Meadow Rue as it grows vertically.


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