Ivy-Leaved Geranium, Hanging Geranium, Ivy Geranium

Pelargonium peltatum

Physical Characteristics

Pelargonium peltatum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 1.5 m (5ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

S. Africa - Cape Province to East London.

Habitats

South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves and buds - raw or cooked. An acid flavour[2], they are used as a vegetable[105, 177].

Medicinal Uses

Astringent All parts of the plant are astringent[4].

Known Hazards

None known