Rheum officinale
Chinese Rhubarb, Tibetan Rhubarb
Also known as: Rheum baillonii F.Heim +1 more
- Rheum baillonii F.Heim
- Rheum pichonii Pierre ex A.Chev.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Polygonaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Found natively in Temperate Asia, Rheum officinale (commonly known as Chinese rhubarb or Tibetan rhubarb) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Polygonaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Czechoslovakia, Great Britain, Laos, Vietnam