Siberian geranium
Geranium sibiricum
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Basic Information
Family: Geraniaceae
Genus: geranium
Plant ID (slug): geranium-sibiricum
Numeric ID: 25436
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Geranium sibiricum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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 moist soil.
Distribution
Eastern and Central Europe.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Astringent Diuretic Vulnerary The plant is used as an astringent, diuretic and vulnerary[240].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Geranium sibiricum Siberian geranium