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Knotted Crane's-bill

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Knotted Crane's-bill
Geranium Nodosum
Order: Gerianales Family: Geraniaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Knotted Crane's-bill
MainColor Violet
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season May
ImageUrl Geranium-005
Photographer Gita
Location
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Geranium nodosum is a perennial herb with glossy, palmate leaves and delicate, pale purple to pink flowers. The flowers have five petals and are often veined with darker shades, blooming from late spring to early autumn. It typically grows to a height of 30-60 cm and is known for its clumping habit.

Distribution

This species is native to southern Europe, particularly in the Pyrenees and the Alps, and has been introduced in parts of North America. It thrives in woodland areas and shaded gardens.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not known to be consumed and lacks culinary use.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - generally considered safe for human handling and presence.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for pets, including cats and dogs, with no known harmful effects.

Active Compounds

Geraniol, tannins, flavonoids.

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