What are some differences between rhubarb and Swiss chard?

Answer 1

Poisonous?

rhubarb can be poisonous if not properly prepared

rhubarb is more of a fruit, the stems only, leaves cannot be used they are poisonous. Rhubarb tastes sour and needs lots of sugar when used for pies.

Swiss chard is a vegetable , green top leafs, red stems, tastes like spinach. Usually the leafs are cooked and stems discarded.

Answer 2

Red chard is redder and has a more earthy flavor than Swiss chard, but they can be used interchangeably. Red chard stems tend to be tougher and more fibrous than the white Swiss variety.