Dovefoot Geranium
Geranium molle
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Basic Information
Family: Geraniaceae
Genus: geranium
Plant ID (slug): geranium-molle
Numeric ID: 25428
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Geranium molle is a ANNUAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). It is in flower from April to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
Britain, Europe to the Himalayas.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Anodyne Astringent Vulnerary The plant is considered to be anodyne, astringent and vulnerary[240].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Geranium molle Dovefoot Geranium