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Rhubarb (Rheum)

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Rhubarb Genus Details

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Native to Siberia, this deep rooted perennial herb is often found in vegetable gardens and is very long-lived. The leaf blade grows to 18" across on long, succulent acid-tasting stalks. Rhubarb can grow to 2 1/2' tall. Leaf stalks are edible and make great pies and jams. Powder made from the root is used as a purgative in herbal medicine.


Rhubarb Allergy Info

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This genus is not commonly cited as a source of allergy.

Rhubarb Pollen Description

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No pollen description is currently available.

Species in This Genus

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Allergenicity Legend:
Mild Allergen Mild Allergen  |  Moderate Allergen Moderate Allergen  |  Severe Allergen Severe Allergen  |  Allergy Test Allergy Test Available
Rhubarb (Rheum) is a genus of the POLYGONACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:

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Rhubarb Genus Location

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The shaded areas on the map indicates where the genus has been observed in the United States. Click the map to see a full scale version of these allergy areas.
  - Native, observed in a county
  - Introduced, observed in a county
  - Rarely observed

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