Rue

Certified Organic Rue – Herb of Lore & Legacy

A Historic Mediterranean Botanical for Herbal Study
Rue (Ruta graveolens) is a classic Old-World herb with a history stretching back thousands of years. Native to the sunlit hillsides of the Mediterranean, this hardy evergreen shrub has long been recognized by its blue-green, feathery leaves and its bold, unmistakable scent. Writers, healers, and folklorists have referenced rue for centuries, earning it a place in both botanical tradition and European cultural symbolism.

From Our Certified Organic Farm
Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers at Keewaydin Farms in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, our rue thrives in warm, well-drained beds that echo its ancestral habitat. Each stem is hand-harvested at ideal maturity and carefully dried to maintain its distinctive aroma, color, and structure.

An Herb Steeped in History, Magic & Meaning
Across Europe and the Mediterranean, rue has been associated with protection, remembrance, clarity, and creativity. Medieval manuscripts describe it as a boundary-setting herb. Its strong, resinous leaves were traditionally used in everything from ritual work to seasoning foods in small amounts, and it often appears in folklore as a plant of warding and symbolic purification.

Modern herbalists frequently explore rue as part of historical herbal study and lineage-based apothecary work. Its complex aroma and ancient reputation make it a compelling addition to the toolkit of those who work with traditional botanicals.

Perfect For:
Educational herbal studies
Traditional and historical herb practice
Folk magic and protective symbolism
Botanical collections
Mediterranean herb enthusiasts

What Makes It Special:
Certified organic – grown without synthetic chemicals
Hand-harvested and gently dried
Rich historical and folkloric significance
Bold, resinous fragrance
A classic Mediterranean herb with deep cultural roots
Ideal for those studying Old-World herbal traditions

Rue is a plant of paradox—pungent yet beautiful, protective yet potent, humble yet legendary. It has shaped centuries of story, symbolism, and botanical curiosity.

This product is sold for educational and external-use purposes only. Not for internal use. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.