Sticky Geranium, Sticky purple geranium

Geranium viscosissimum

Physical Characteristics

Geranium viscosissimum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Western N. America - British Columbia to N. California, east to Alberta..

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Edible Uses: Flowers - added to salads or used as a garnish[172, 183]. Leaves - raw or cooked. Not choice[172].

Medicinal Uses

Astringent Salve Styptic The whole plant is astringent, salve and styptic[176]. An infusion of the leaves, plus a sweat bath with the leaves, is used as a treatment for colds[257]. It is used as a gargle in the treatment of sore throats[176]. An infusion of the leaves or the roots is used as a wash for sore eyes[257]. A poultice of the leaves or roots has been applied to cuts, sores etc[257].

Known Hazards

None known