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Rheum palmatum
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Rheum palmatum


Chinese Rhubarb

 USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.453.010


Cousins to regular old garden rhubarb, the ornamental forms are wonderful for their bold, architectural effect in the border. This selection also referred to Chinese Rhubarb has large, thick, rounded, dark green leaves. Bizarre spikes of pink to red flowers tower overhead in early summer. Requires a large growing area. Needs a moist site. The roots are used in Chinese medicine for treatment of a variety of medical conditions including constipation, diarrhea, peptic ulcers, immunosuppression, high blood pressure and cancer but CAUTION is recommended as leaves are poisonous.

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Rheum palmatum


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate 		Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Red
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen
  Waterside
Height
   180-300 cm
   70-117 inches
Spread
   150-180 cm
   59-70 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium