rheumrheum
genusgenusRobust perennial plants characterized by their large, dramatic leaves and tall flowering stalks that emerge from thick, fleshy roots. These hardy plants naturally thrive in mountainous regions and can form impressive clumps with their bold architectural foliage.
Etymology
The name 'Rheum' comes from 'Rha', the ancient Greek name for the Volga River, along which these plants were historically traded, combined with the Latin suffix '-eum' meaning 'belonging to'.
Interesting fact!
The roots of these plants have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over 4,000 years, making them one of the oldest documented medicinal plants in human history.
