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Rheum

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Rheum
Family Polygonaceae
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Common Name(s) Rhubarb
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This are about 50 species of rhizomatous perennials, they are grown for their striking appearance and large basal leaves, they are usually coarsely toothed and have prominent midribs and veins. The flowers are tiny and star-shaped, they will appear in the summer and are followed by winged fruits.

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Semi-moist conditions
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Deep, rich, well drained clay soil.
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Includes
Rheum alexandrae
Rheum alpinum
Rheum cultorum hybrid
Rheum nobile
Rheum officinalis
Rheum palmatum
Rheum rhabarbarum
Rheum rhaponticum
Rheum undulatum
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