Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Wood Cranesbill |
| Scientific Name | Geranium sylvaticum |
| MainColor | Purple |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | June (May - Jul) |
| ImageUrl | Geranium-004 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 08 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Wood Cranesbill is a perennial herbaceous plant with deeply lobed leaves and violet-blue flowers. It typically grows up to 60 cm tall and blooms from June to August. The flowers have five petals and are known for attracting bees and other pollinators.
Distribution
This species is native to Europe and parts of Asia, commonly found in meadows, woodland edges, and along roadsides. It is particularly widespread in the UK, Scandinavia, and Russia.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not suitable for human consumption due to lack of edible parts.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for pets, with no reported toxic effects.
Active Compounds
Geraniin, tannins, flavonoids.