Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
limae
ID:
701412

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 129: 74 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700745



Common Names

  • Limae Geranium
  • Limae Cranesbill
  • Lima Geranium


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Synonyms

  • Geranium mollendinense R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Geranium multiflorum R.Knuth [unknown]

Description

Geranium limae (also called Lime-scented Cranesbill, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in woods, on banks, and in grassy places.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium limae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geranium limae is a five-petaled pink or purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium limae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or outdoors in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plant every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Geranium limae

Geranium limae can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in the Caucasus region.

Geranium limae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium limae?

Geranium limae

What type of plant is Geranium limae?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Geranium limae native to?

Central America

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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