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