Geranium aka Crane's Bill, Geranium

Taxonomy

Geranium is a genus of 422 species of annual, biennial, and perennial plants that are commonly known as geraniums or cranesbills. They can be found throughout the temperate regions of the world and the mountains of the tropics, with the highest diversity in the eastern part of the Mediterranean region. These plants have palmately cleft leaves that are broadly circular in form. The flowers, which have five petals, come in various colors including white, pink, purple, and blue, often with distinct veining. Geraniums are adaptable to different soil types, as long as they are not waterlogged. They can be propagated through semiripe cuttings in summer, by seed, or by division in autumn or spring. Some species of Geranium are eaten by the larvae of certain Lepidoptera species, such as the brown-tail, ghost moth, and mouse moth. Additionally, several Geranium species are gynodioecious. One example of Geranium is a sprawling upright herbaceous perennial with dark purplely green leaves. It reaches a height of 45cm and has a spread of 30cm. This particular Geranium produces loose clusters of bright magenta flowers with a dark central eye, blooming from late spring to the end of summer.

Common names

Crane's Bill, Geranium

How to care for Crane's Bill, Geranium

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Crane's Bill, Geranium due to its easy-going nature.

Lighting

Crane's Bill, Geranium thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Crane's Bill, Geranium.

Dormancy

During the wintertime, it's common for Crane's Bill, Geranium to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.


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