Ruta graveolens (Rutaceae) Appearance Rue is a delicate bushy plant 45 to 90 cms (18″-3 ft) in height with blue-green fernlike foliage and pale greenish yellow oval flowers during the summer season. The whole plant emits a moderately unpleasant aroma and has a similarly harsh flavor caused by the volatile oil contained in the glands which are

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Herb Garden Plants – Rue – Bitter Virtues

Polygala species (Polygalaceae) Description Diminutive but gorgeous little herb garden plants, milkworts are well worth the trouble involved in sourcing them, as they make a fine addition to the border of any garden; both for their size (400 to 500mm) and their impact.

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Herb Garden Plants – Milkwort for Snakebite