Siberian-Columbine Meadow Rue

(Thalictrum aquilegifolium)

Siberian-Columbine Meadow Rue (Thalictrum aquilegifolium)

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Summary

Thalictrum aquilegifolium, commonly known as Siberian-Columbine Meadow Rue, is a deciduous perennial herb native to a variety of habitats including moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams throughout Europe and Asia. It typically grows to a height and width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters), forming a clump of delicate, lacy foliage reminiscent of columbine or maidenhair fern. The foliage is often bluish-green and provides a fine-textured backdrop for other plants. From late spring to midsummer, it bears airy panicles of small, pendulous flowers with prominent stamens, in shades of pink, purple, and white, which are quite showy and attract pollinators.

Siberian-Columbine Meadow Rue is valued for its graceful appearance and the subtle charm of its flowers. It is used in shaded borders, woodland gardens, and cottage gardens. It is also suitable for naturalistic plantings and can be used to create a soft, feathery texture in the landscape. This plant prefers consistently moist, fertile soil and can tolerate a range of drainage conditions. It thrives in full sun to part shade, with part shade being preferable in hot climates to prevent scorching. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions. It is not known to be invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a well-behaved addition to the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 2-3 feet
  • Width: 2-3 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Pink, Purple, White
  • Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams throughout Europe and Asia

Other Names

Common Names: Columbine Meadow-Rue, Greater Meadow-Rue, French Meadow-Rue, Akeleje-Frøstjerne, Akeleiblättrige Wiesenraute, Lehtoängelmä, Colombine Panachée, Colombine Plumeuse, Pigamon À Feuilles D’Ancolie, Akeleiefrøstjerne

Scientific Names: , Thalictrum aquilegifolium, Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium, Thalictrum taquetii, Thalictrum aquilefifolium, Thalictrum canadense, Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. japonicum, Leucocoma canadensis, Thalictrum borderi, Thalictrum integratum

GBIF Accepted Name: Thalictrum aquilegifolium L.