Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
soratae
ID:
702027

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Knuth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 129: 212 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701360



Common Names

  • Soratae Geranium
  • Soratae Cranesbill
  • Soratae Stork's Bill


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Description

Geranium soratae (also called 'Sorata's Crane's-bill', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, pink flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium soratae 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 soratae 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 soratae is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors and lightly covered with soil. Geranium soratae will self-seed and can become invasive.

Where to Find Geranium soratae

Geranium soratae can be found in the Mediterranean region, Central and Southern Europe, and parts of Asia.

Geranium soratae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium soratae?

Geranium soratae

What is the common name of Geranium soratae?

Sorata's Geranium

What is the natural habitat of Geranium soratae?

It is native to the Canary Islands

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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