Rheum palmatum
Turkey rhubarb
(1 Page of 5)
 
The Rheum palmatum plant species is found in E. Asia - N.W. China in Yunnan, W. Sichuan, E. Xizang and Gansu. It is a member of the Polygonaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Turkey rhubarb.

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses
 
Latin Name:  Rheum palmatum
Common Name:  Turkey rhubarb
Family:  Polygonaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The leaves are poisonous[21]. This report probably refers to high levels of oxalic acid found in the leaves. Perfectly safe in moderate quantities, oxalic acid can lock up certain minerals (especially calcium) in the body, leading to nutritional deficiency. Cooking the plant will reduce its content of oxalic acid. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet since it can aggravate their condition[238].
 
Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  2
 
Habitat:  Scrub and rocky places and by streams, 2500 - 4000 metres.

For further Rheum palmatum gardening information
click on one of the blue links below
 
Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses
 

The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
View their bibliography