Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geranioides
ID:
1240505

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) Krapov.

Source:
tro

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 5: 125 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239843



Common Names

  • Tarasa
  • Geranioides
  • Geranium-Like Tarasa


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Description

Tarasa geranioides (also called Geranium-like tarasa, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to China. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is found in moist meadows, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tarasa geranioides is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide ground cover and to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tarasa geranioides are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tarasa geranioides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Tarasa geranioides

Tarasa geranioides is native to China and can be found in Sichuan Province.

Tarasa geranioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tarasa geranioides?

Tarasa geranioides

What is the common name of Tarasa geranioides?

Geranium-like Sedge

Where is Tarasa geranioides native to?

It is native to China and Japan.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50104494: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.