Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
alonsoi
ID:
509973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aedo

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
J. Torrey Bot. Soc. 134: 534 (2007 publ. 2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509305



Common Names

  • Alonso's Geranium
  • Geranium alonsoi


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Description

Geranium alonsoi (also called Alonso's Geranium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Canary Islands. It grows in dry habitats, as well as in disturbed areas. It has pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium alonsoi is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geranium alonsoi is a small, pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium alonsoi is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in full sun and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Geranium alonsoi

Geranium alonsoi can be found in the southeastern United States, in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

Geranium alonsoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium alonsoi?

Geranium alonsoi

What is the common name of Geranium alonsoi?

Alonso's geranium

What is the natural habitat of Geranium alonsoi?

Rocky slopes and cliffs

Species in the Geranium genus

Geranium kalenderianum, Geranium alonsoi, Geranium ussuriense, Geranium aculeolatum, Geranium aequale, Geranium aequatoriale, Geranium affine, Geranium albanum, Geranium albicans, Geranium albiflorum, Geranium alpicola, Geranium amatolicum, Geranium andicola, Geranium andringitrense, Geranium angustipetalum, Geranium antisanae, Geranium antrorsum, Geranium arabicum, Geranium arachnoideum, Geranium arboreum, Geranium ardjunense, Geranium argenteum, Geranium aristatum, Geranium arnottianum, Geranium asiaticum, Geranium asphodeloides, Geranium atlanticum, Geranium ayacuchense, Geranium ayavacense, Geranium azorelloides, Geranium balgooyi, Geranium baschkyzylsaicum, Geranium baurianum, Geranium bellum, Geranium bequaertii, Geranium berteroanum, Geranium bicknellii, Geranium biuncinatum, Geranium bohemicum, Geranium brasiliense, Geranium brevicaule, Geranium brevipes, Geranium brutium, Geranium brycei, Geranium caeruleatum, Geranium caespitosum, Geranium caffrum, Geranium californicum, Geranium camaense, Geranium campanulatum,

Species in the Geraniaceae family

California macrophylla, Erodium aytacii, Erodium absinthoides, Erodium acaule, Erodium adenophorum, Erodium aethiopicum, Erodium aguilellae, Erodium alnifolium, Erodium alpinum, Erodium amanum, Erodium anaristatum, Erodium angustilobum, Erodium anthemidifolium, Erodium arborescens, Erodium asplenioides, Erodium astragaloides, Erodium atlanticum, Erodium aureum, Erodium battandierianum, Erodium beketowii, Erodium birandianum, Erodium boissieri, Erodium bolosii, Erodium botrys, Erodium brachycarpum, Erodium carvifolium, Erodium castellanum, Erodium cazorlanum, Erodium cedrorum, Erodium celtibericum, Erodium cheilanthifolium, Erodium chevallieri, Erodium chilense, Erodium chium, Erodium chrysanthum, Erodium ciconium, Erodium cicutarium, Erodium corsicum, Erodium crassifolium, Erodium crenatum, Erodium crinitum, Erodium crispum, Erodium cyconioides, Erodium cygnorum, Erodium cyrenaicum, Erodium daucoides, Erodium dimorphum, Erodium fallax, Erodium flexuosum, Erodium foetidum,

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