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Meadow Rue
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Meadow Rue

Thalictrum dioicum
In the United States: Native · also called Early Meadow-rue, Early Meadowrue

Honeybees visit early meadow rue primarily for pollen from its small, wind-pollinated flowers, providing an early-season resource in woodland habitats. Peak bloom occurs in mid-spring, supporting foraging when other sources are limited. It thrives in moist, humus-rich soils and may require protection from hot, dry conditions or deer browsing.

Nectarlow
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) April–May
TypePerennial
Sunpartial

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