Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
rosthornii
ID:
701924

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 129: 180 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701257



Common Names

  • Rosthorn's Cranesbill
  • Caucasian Cranesbill
  • Dwarf Cranesbill


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Synonyms

  • Geranium bockii R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Geranium butuoense Z.M.Tan [unknown]
  • Geranium duclouxii Yeo [unknown]
  • Geranium fargesii Yeo [unknown]
  • Geranium henryi R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Geranium henryi wilsonii (R.Knuth) Yeo [unknown]
  • Geranium hupehanum R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Geranium pseudofarreri Z.M.Tan [unknown]
  • Geranium wilsonii R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Geranium yuexiense Z.M.Tan [unknown]

Description

Geranium rosthornii (also called Rosthorn's crane's-bill, among many other common names) is a low-growing, spreading perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has small, deeply-lobed leaves and pink or white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium rosthornii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geranium rosthornii has five-petalled, star-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium rosthornii is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade, in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or autumn, and cuttings can be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Geranium rosthornii

Geranium rosthornii can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal.

Geranium rosthornii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium rosthornii?

Geranium rosthornii

What is the common name of Geranium rosthornii?

Rosthorn's cranesbill

What is the natural habitat of Geranium rosthornii?

Mountain meadows, rocky slopes, and grasslands

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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