Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Dove's-foot Crane's-bill |
| Scientific Name | Geranium molle |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | May (Mar - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Geranium-006 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | St Albans |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 11 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
Dove's-foot Crane's-bill is a small annual or biennial plant with hairy stems and lobed leaves. It produces small, pink to purple flowers with five petals, which bloom from spring to autumn. The plant typically grows to about 10–40 cm in height.
Distribution
This species is native to Europe and parts of Asia but has been introduced to North America and other regions. It is commonly found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known toxic effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for pets, with no known toxic effects.
Active Compounds
Geraniin, tannins, flavonoids.
Quality Issue
Flowers out of focus