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Description
Thalictrum Venulosum, commonly known as Veiny Meadow Rue, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the buttercup family. It is native to North America and can be found growing in moist meadows, along streams, and in wetlands. It can grow up to 4 feet tall and 2 feet wide, with a sprawling habit that makes it a great addition to a cottage garden or a naturalistic planting scheme.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Thalictrum |
Appearance
Thalictrum Venulosum has delicate, fern-like foliage that is divided into three lobes and has deeply veined leaves that are a grayish-green color. The stems are slender and wiry, with small, pale yellow-green flowers that bloom in early summer. The flowers are not showy but are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. After flowering, the plant produces small, brownish-black seeds that can be collected and sown.
Care Guide
To care for Thalictrum Venulosum, it is important to provide it with the right growing conditions. Here are some tips for growing this plant:- Water: Thalictrum Venulosum prefers moist soil, so it is important to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: This plant does not require fertilization but can benefit from a light application of compost or well-rotted manure in the spring.- Soil: Thalictrum Venulosum prefers fertile, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: This plant prefers partial shade to full sun, but it can tolerate some shade.- Hardiness Zones: Thalictrum Venulosum is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Thalictrum Venulosum is generally not susceptible to many pests or diseases, but it can occasionally be affected by powdery mildew or leaf spot. These can be prevented by spacing plants properly and providing good air circulation. Aphids and spider mites can also be a problem but can be controlled by spraying the plant with a strong jet of water or using an insecticidal soap.
Habitat
Thalictrum Venulosum is native to North America and can be found growing in moist meadows, along streams, and in wetlands. It can tolerate a variety of soil types and prefers growing in partial shade to full sun.
Questions and Answers
Q: Is Thalictrum Venulosum easy to grow?
A: Yes, Thalictrum Venulosum is relatively easy to grow as long as it is provided with the right growing conditions.
Q: Can Thalictrum Venulosum be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Thalictrum Venulosum can be grown in containers as long as the container is large enough to accommodate its sprawling habit and is filled with well-draining soil.
Q: What is the best time to plant Thalictrum Venulosum?
A: Thalictrum Venulosum can be planted in the spring or fall, but it is best to plant it in the fall so that it can establish itself before the heat of the summer.
Q: How often should I water Thalictrum Venulosum?
A: Thalictrum Venulosum prefers moist soil, so it is important to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water it deeply once or twice a week, depending on the weather.
Related Plants
– Thalictrum Aquilegifolium- Thalictrum Delavayi- Thalictrum Dioicum- Thalictrum Foetidum- Thalictrum Rochebrunianum
References
– “Thalictrum Venulosum.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=285018.- “Veiny Meadow Rue.” Fine Gardening, www.finegardening.com/plant/veiny-meadow-rue-thalictrum-venulosum.- “Thalictrum Venulosum.” North Carolina State University, plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/thalictrum-venulosum/.
