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Rhubarb is a very old plant – its medicinal and horticulture uses were recorded in ancient China. It is known in some countries as ‘pie plant’ and is prized for its use in pies, tarts and sauces.Only the petioles (stalks) are eaten (some compounds within the leaves can be toxic) although herbal remedies use the leaves and roots.