Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
yesoense
ID:
702268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch. & Sav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Jap. 2: 305 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701601



Common Names

  • Yeso Geranium
  • Yeso Cranesbill
  • Yeso Hardy Geranium


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Synonyms

  • Geranium miyabei Nakai [unknown]
  • Geranium yesoense nipponicum Nakai [unknown]
  • Geranium yesoense pseudopalustre Nakai [unknown]
  • Geranium yesoense pseudopratense Nakai [unknown]

Description

Geranium yesoense (also called Yeso Cranesbill, among many other common names) is a low-growing perennial plant with hairy stems and leaves. It is native to Japan and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Geranium yesoense is used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geranium yesoense is a single, pink, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, pointed leaves with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geranium yesoense can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, in moist but well-drained soil. It is best to water regularly and to fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Geranium yesoense

Geranium yesoense is native to Japan and can be found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Geranium yesoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geranium yesoense?

Geranium yesoense

What is the common name of Geranium yesoense?

Yeso Cranesbill

Where does Geranium yesoense grow?

Geranium yesoense is native to Asia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2824295: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.