Are Red Chard and Rhubarb the Same Thing?
                                
                                
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                                While the ruby-red stalks of 'Rhubarb Chard' might cause confusion, red chard and rhubarb are not the same thing. They belong to entirely different botanical families and have distinct culinary applications and safety considerations that gardeners and cooks must understand.