Thalictrum pubescens aka Tall Meadow Rue

Taxonomy

Thalictrum pubescens, also known as the king of the meadow or tall meadow-rue, is a rhizomatous, clump-forming perennial plant in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. It typically grows to a height of 3-7 feet and can be found in a variety of habitats such as rich woods, low thickets, marshes, swamps, wet meadows, and stream/river banks throughout Canada and the United States. While it prefers direct light and well-draining soil, it is an easy-to-grow houseplant that requires regular watering to thrive. Repotting every time it doubles in size can provide enough nutrients without added fertilizers.

Common names

Tall Meadow Rue, Muskratweed, King Of The Meadow

How to care for Tall Meadow Rue

Difficulty

With its straightforward care requirements, Tall Meadow Rue is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.

Water

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

Soil

Tall 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.

Dormancy

During the wintertime, it is common for Tall Meadow Rue plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.

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 Tall 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 Tall Meadow Rue as it grows vertically.


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