Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
clemensiae
ID:
700923

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 45: 61 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700256



Common Names

  • Geranium clemensiae
  • Clemens' Geranium
  • Clemens Geranium


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Synonyms

  • Geranium sarawaketense R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Geranium subcompositum Veldkamp [unknown]

Description

Geranium clemensiae (also called Clemens' Crane's-bill, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and coastal regions, and has a rosette of deeply lobed leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium clemensiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geranium clemensiae is a deep purple, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium clemensiae can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Geranium clemensiae

Geranium clemensiae can be found in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.

Geranium clemensiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium clemensiae?

Geranium clemensiae

What type of plant is Geranium clemensiae?

Perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Geranium clemensiae?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

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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