
Early Meadow Rue (Thalictrum dioicum)
Early Meadow Rue, also known as Quicksilver Weed
Early Meadow Rue (Thalictrum dioicum) is a perennial herb that typically reaches heights of 20 to 76 centimeters. Blooming from spring to early summer, this plant features separate male and female flowers. Male flowers exhibit pale yellow tips that darken over time, while female flowers are greenish-white. Post-bloom, female plants produce clusters of seeds.
Key Facts About Early Meadow Rue
Attributes of Early Meadow Rue
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Spread
30 cm to 60 cm
Leaf Color
Green Gray Silver
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Green White Purple Yellow
Scientific Classification of Early Meadow Rue
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Ranunculales
Family
Buttercup
Genus
Meadow-rues
Species
Early Meadow Rue