Rheum (Polygonaceae)

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A robust perennial arising from a stout fleshy rhizome/root, originating from the drier parts of south-eastern Europe. Emerging in spring and unfolding the large rounded and puckered leaves from broad stems terminating in an inflorescence of small white flowers May-June that soon ripen to reddened winged seed. Best grown in a freely drained soil, growing well for us in an exposed field in normal soil conditions.