Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
cuneatum
ID:
700991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 2: t. 198 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700324



Common Names

  • Geranium cuneatum
  • Cuneate Geranium
  • Wedge-leaved Geranium


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Synonyms

  • Neurophyllodes cuneata (Hook.) O.Deg. & Greenwell [unknown]
  • Geranium cuneatum menziesii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Geranium cuneatum pauciflorum Hillebr. [unknown]
  • Geranium cuneatum polyphyllum Skottsb. [unknown]
  • Geranium cuneatum rockii Skottsb. [unknown]

Description

Geranium cuneatum (also called 'Wedge-leaved Crane's-bill', among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and upright stems that bear flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium cuneatum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Geranium cuneatum sub. hololeucum (A.Gray) Carlquist & Bissing
Geranium cuneatum sub. hypoleucum (A.Gray) Carlquist & Bissing
Geranium cuneatum sub. tridens (Hillebrand) Carlquist & Bissing

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geranium cuneatum has white to pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium cuneatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will perform best with regular watering. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Geranium cuneatum

Geranium cuneatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Geranium cuneatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium cuneatum?

Geranium cuneatum

What is the common name of Geranium cuneatum?

Wedge-leaved crane's-bill

What is the natural habitat of Geranium cuneatum?

It is native to western Europe

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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