Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
arabicum
ID:
700674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forssk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Fl. Aegypt.-Arab. : 124 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700007



Common Names

  • Geranium arabicum
  • Arabian Crane's-bill
  • Arabian Geranium


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Synonyms

  • Geranium frigidum Hochst. [unknown]
  • Geranium emirnense Bojer [unknown]

Description

Geranium arabicum (also called Arabian Cranesbill, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with pink flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to the Arabian Peninsula and is found in rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium arabicum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with dry, sandy soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Geranium arabicum sub. latistipulatum (Hochst. ex A.Rich.) Kokwaro
Geranium arabicum sub. arabicum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geranium arabicum has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium arabicum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and cuttings should be taken in the spring. Both methods should be done when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Geranium arabicum

Geranium arabicum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Geranium arabicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium arabicum?

Geranium arabicum

What is the common name of Geranium arabicum?

Arabian Cranesbill

What type of plant is Geranium arabicum?

Perennial

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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