Rue-anemone
Anemonella thalictroides

Family: Ranunculaceae

What it is like

A tuber producing plant. It grows 15-25 cm high and spreads 20-25 cm wide. The leaves have 3 lobes. There are 2-5 flowers on thin stalks. The flowers are 2.5 cm across. They are usually white but can be pink.

There is only one Anemonella species.

Where it is found

A cool temperate plant. It can grow with some shade. It grows well in woodland under deciduous trees. It needs rich, well drained soil. It does not suit hot areas with low rainfall. It suits hardiness zones 4-8.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, North America (country/location of origin), Slovenia, USA

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Root

How it is grown

Plants are grown from tubers. They are placed just below the surface and spaced 20 cm apart. It does well if lightly covered with rotted organic matter. It can be grown from fresh seed.

Its other names

Local names

Vetrničica

Synonyms

Anemone thalictroides L.; Thalictrum thalictroides (L.) A. J. Eames & B. Boivin; and others