Small geranium
Geranium pusillum
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Basic Information
Family: Geraniaceae
Genus: geranium
Plant ID (slug): geranium-pusillum
Numeric ID: 25432
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Geranium pusillum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from June 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 to E. Asia - Himalayas.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Anodyne Astringent Vulnerary The plant is used as an anodyne, astringent and vulnerary[240].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Geranium pusillum Small geranium