species 6,772 observations
Rue
Ruta graveolens
Field notes
Ruta graveolens, commonly known as rue, common rue, ruda, arruda or herb-of-grace, is a species of the genus Ruta grown as an ornamental plant and herb. It is native to the Mediterranean. It is grown throughout the world in gardens, especially for its bluish leaves, and sometimes for its tolerance of hot and dry soil conditions. It is also cultivated as a culinary herb, and to a lesser extent as an insect repellent and incense.
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
Black Swallowtail, Old World Swallowtail, Eastern Giant Swallowtail, Anise Swallowtail
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it
Eastern Yellowjacket, Black Bean Aphid, Oblique Streaktail
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Fraternal Potter Wasp, One-banded Mason Wasp, Common Grass Skimmer, Monarch
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Light
- Full sun Part shade
- Moisture
- Dry Well drained
- Drought tolerant
- Yes
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Resists
- Diseases Dry soil Insect pests Poor soil Rabbits
- Plant type
- Herb Herbaceous perennial Poisonous
From NC State Extension.