• Clusters of nodding, bell-shaped flowers hang from delicate purple stems of Thalictrum venulosum (Veiny Meadowrue). The creamy yellow petals are enclosed by purple-tinted sepals, creating a soft two-toned effect. The finely detailed veins of the sepals add texture, standing out against the blurred backdrop of green grass.
  • Multiple upright stems of Thalictrum venulosum (Veiny Meadowrue) rise from a green base of lobed leaves, each topped with dense sprays of tiny, pendulous flowers. The clustered blossoms show off their purple sepals and yellowish petals, creating a lacy, pastel canopy above the grassland setting.
  • Multiple Veiny Meadowrue(Thalictrum venulosum) plants are scattered through dense green grasses, showing their airy form and delicate foliage. The finely divided, lacy basal leaves contrast with the upright flower stalks topped by dense clusters of hanging purple flowers. This scene captures the plant's natural habitat in moist prairie or meadow conditions.
  • A young Veiny Meadowrue (Thalictrum venulosum) plant growing in a pot displays its colorful fall foliage. The soft, lacy leaves turn brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red as the season cools, while the fine leaf texture remains delicate. The plant's airy structure hints at its graceful presence in a garden or natural setting.
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Thalictrum venulosum - Veiny Meadowrue

Thalictrum venulosum - Veiny Meadowrue

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Veiny Meadowrue is a graceful, airy perennial with finely divided, lacy foliage and tall, slender stems. Blooming in early to mid-summer, it produces clusters of soft, creamy-white flowers on separate male and female plants. The male flowers are showier, with dangling stamens that create a delicate, wispy effect, while the female flowers are more subtle but essential for seed production. Seeds may be eaten by small birds or rodents, though the plant is not a significant food source. With its feathery texture and elegant blooms, Veiny Meadowrue adds light, ethereal charm to sunny gardens and rural landscapes.

Veiny Meadowrue is best suited to moist prairies, naturalized meadows, streambanks, and low-lying areas, where its delicate foliage brings texture and movement. It works well in restoration projects, wetland edges, or larger gardens designed to mimic native prairie or meadow conditions. Moderately deer-resistant due to its fine, bitter foliage, though browsing may occur, especially on young shoots.

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 25

Light Conditions

  • Sun
  • Part Shade

Soil Conditions

  • Moist
  • Well Drained
  • Loam
  • Clay

Height

  • 24" - 36"
  • 36" - 48"

Width

  • Spreading

Bloom Colour

  • Pink

Month of Bloom

  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August

Vigorousness

  • Fast
  • Aggressive

Deer Resistance

  • Moderate

Features

  • Birds
  • Fall Color
  • Rural Spaces

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

​Native to western and central North America, including BC, AB, SK, MB, and extending south through the northern Great Plains and into the U.S. Midwest. It thrives in moist environments such as shady thickets, moist woods, sunny moist meadows, and ditches.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Thalictrum venulosum has no widely documented edible or medicinal uses.