Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
killipii
ID:
701347

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 28: 8 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700680



Common Names

  • Killip Geranium
  • Killip Cranesbill
  • Killip Stork's Bill


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Synonyms

  • Geranium knuthianum J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Geranium subscandens R.Knuth [unknown]

Description

Geranium killipii (also called Killip's Geranium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Geraniaceae family. It is native to Central America, and it grows in moist and shady areas. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a rosette of leaves. The leaves are deeply divided, and the flowers are white or pink in color.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium killipii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geranium killipii is a pale pink color with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium killipii is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Geranium killipii

Geranium killipii can be found in East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Geranium killipii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium killipii?

Geranium killipii

What are the common names of Geranium killipii?

Killip's crane's-bill, Killip's cranesbill

What is the natural habitat of Geranium killipii?

It is native to South America, and it is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

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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