Ruta graveolens (Ruda) - Image 1

Botanical name: Ruta graveolens

Common names: Ruda, Meadow Rue, Herb of Grace, Garden Rue, Herbygrass, Weinkraut

Family: Rutaceae

Origin: Southern Europe, northern Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersSpice or herb plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Ruta graveolens green leaves close up showing fine lobed segments of the plant
Ruta graveolens green leaves with small rounded segments on thin branching stems
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