Tartarian Rhubarb (Rheum tataricum)

Family: Polygonaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Rheum tataricum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Shoots, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, it can be used as a fruit substitute in tarts etc. — Leaf stem - cooked.; An acid flavour, it can be used as a fruit substitute in tarts etc.; Unexpanded flower clusters.; No further details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry open places. Grasslands and deserts in Tibet. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)