Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
rubifolium
ID:
701934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26: t. 67 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701267



Common Names

  • Rubi-leaved Cranesbill
  • Caucasian Cranesbill
  • Dwarf Cranesbill


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Synonyms

  • Geranium costatum Graham [unknown]

Description

Geranium rubifolium (also called ruby-leaved 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 rubifolium 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 rubifolium 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 rubifolium 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 rubifolium

Geranium rubifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Geranium rubifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium rubifolium?

Geranium rubifolium

What is the common name of Geranium rubifolium?

Ruby-leaf cranesbill

What is the natural habitat of Geranium rubifolium?

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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