Rue, Mid-Eastern
Ruta chalepensis
Family: Rutaceae
Avoid skin contact.
Woody perennial. Native to the Mediterranean, North Africa and the
Middle East. A true zerophyte (drought tolerant plant). Among
the Bedoin tribes, used as a remedy for inflamed joints, backaches, chronic
headaches, stomachaches and head lice. Plant prefers dry and well-drained
soil. Protect from extreme wet and cold. Cultivation:
Easy. Sow in flats in spring. Germ. in 15-19 days. Transplant
to regular garden soil. Once established, tolerates drought and fierce
sun. Rue likes good drainage, fertility, a limey soil and a warm,
sunny exposure. Plant 2 feet apart. Flowers to 3 feet.
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