Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
santanderiense
ID:
701948

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 18: 291 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701281



Common Names

  • Santander Cranesbill
  • Caucasian Cranesbill
  • Dwarf Cranesbill


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Description

Geranium santanderiense (also called Santander 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 santanderiense is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It is also used in herbal teas and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geranium santanderiense 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 santanderiense 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 santanderiense

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

Geranium santanderiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium santanderiense?

Geranium santanderiense

What is the common name of Geranium santanderiense?

Santander Cranesbill

What is the natural habitat of Geranium santanderiense?

Woodlands, meadows, and rocky slopes

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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