Thalictrum minus aka Lesser Meadow Rue

Taxonomy

Thalictrum minus, commonly known as lesser meadow-rue, is a perennial herb in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to various regions including Europe, Northwest Africa, Yemen, Ethiopia, South Africa, Southwest Asia, and Siberia. This plant thrives in diverse habitats such as sand dunes, shingle, coastal rocks, calcareous grassland, cliffs, and rocky gullies. It can be found at elevations ranging from 1,600 to 3,000 m (5,200 to 9,800 ft) in southern latitudes. Growing up to 30 cm (0.98 ft) tall, it features erect stems and finely divided bluish-green leaves consisting of leaflets. The leaves are highly subdivided, displaying a 3-4 ternate to pinnate arrangement. In early summer, the plant produces small, nodding yellow flowers that eventually face upward. Notably, Thalictrum minus contains an alkaloid called 'Thalidisine,' which is also present in other Thalictrum species.

Common names

Lesser Meadow Rue

How to care for Lesser Meadow Rue

Difficulty

Lesser Meadow Rue is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

Water

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

Soil

Lesser 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

To ensure optimal growth, the Lesser Meadow Rue prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

Fertilizer

The Lesser Meadow Rue should be transferred to a new pot once it has increased in size two-fold, or on an annual basis, whichever occurs earlier. Replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the necessary nutrients, is sufficient enough to support the growth of the plant, thus avoiding the need to use fertilizer. It's important to note that plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

Region of origin

Lesser Meadow Rue’s native range is Europe.


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