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UK Columbine Meadow-rue2

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower     Mildly Toxic
Image of Columbine Meadow-rue
Thalictrum aquilegifolium
Family: Ranunculaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Columbine Meadow-rue
Scientific Name Thalictrum aquilegifolium
MainColor White
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found June (May - Jul)
ImageUrl Thalictrum-001
Photographer DP
Location Found Abbotsbury
Country Found UK
Last Updated 07 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Meadow Rue is a perennial herbaceous plant with delicate, fern-like foliage and fluffy, mauve or white flowers. It typically grows to a height of 60-120 cm and blooms in late spring to early summer. The plant is known for its airy, ornamental appearance.

Distribution

This species is native to Europe and Asia, commonly found in meadows, woodland edges, and damp habitats.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption due to potential toxicity.

Human Toxicity Mildly Toxic
Mildly Toxic Mildly_Toxic

Mildly Toxic - contact with skin may cause irritation, and ingestion of large amounts may result in gastrointestinal discomfort.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.

Active Compounds

None known.

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