Rue Flowers

Rue (Ruta graveolens), also known as herb-of-grace, is a type of Ruta cultivated as an herbaceous and ornamental plant. It is endemic to the Balkan Peninsula.

Rue Flowers

Today, it is cultivated in gardens worldwide, particularly for its bluish foliage and often for its tolerance to dry and hot soils. Rue is a member of the Rutaceae family. Unfortunately, the knowledge base on the Ruta genus is somewhat incomplete. Some botanists suspect about 40 species[1] in this genus, but only 8 are currently known.

Herb Of Grace Flowers

The hardy plant reaches heights of 20 and 32 in (50 to 80 cm) and grows strongly branched, erect, and bushy. As a subshrub, the plant lignifies the lower branches.

Rue Flowering Plants

The two or three pinnate and spatulate leaves of rue are characteristic. The color of the foliage is pale blue or greenish-gray.

Rue Ruta Graveolens

In general, the rue is expected to bloom between June and October. The small, hermaphroditic, yellow flowers create a loose veil of golden corymbs. Each individual bloom is usually up to 1 cm in diameter. The flowers are arranged in cymes.

Ruta Graveolens

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Key References
  • [1]“Ruta graveolens (Garden Rue, Herb of Grace, Rue) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox”. Accessed April 25, 2022. Link.

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