Overview
Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Thalictrum delavayi, Chinese meadow-rue, is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae native to China. Growing to 1.2 m (4 ft) tall by 60 cm (24 in) wide, it is a herbaceous perennial with leaves divided into many small leaflets, and panicles of lilac flowers with green or white stamens in summer.
About the genus
Thalictrum is a genus of 120–200 species of herbaceous perennial flowering plants in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae, native mostly to temperate regions. Meadow-rue is a common name for plants in this genus.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thalictrum
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch.
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch.?
Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. need?
Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch. has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Thalictrum dipterocarpum Franch.?
Seed, Division.
More in the Thalictrum genus
- Thalictrummeadow rue
- Thalictrum 'Black Stockings'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum 'Nimbus Pink'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002')Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum del. 'Splendide White'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum del. 'Splendide'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum delavyi 'Hinkley'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum diffusiflorumdiffuse-flowered meadow rue