Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Common Stork's-bill |
| Scientific Name | Erodium cicutarium |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | Jun (Non - Non) |
| ImageUrl | Erodium-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Bedmond Lane WS |
| Country Found | UK |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Erodium cicutarium is a small annual or biennial herb with finely divided fern-like leaves and small pink to purple flowers. It is characterised by its long, beak-like seed pods that resemble a stork's bill.
Distribution
Native to the Mediterranean region, it is now widespread across Europe, North America, and other temperate regions. It thrives in disturbed soils, grasslands, and roadsides.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ Traditionally used in herbal medicine for its astringent properties and to treat wounds.
Edibility
Edible - young leaves can be consumed raw or cooked, often used in salads or as a pot herb.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - generally considered safe for human handling and consumption in typical amounts.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - poses no known risk to common household pets.
Active Compounds
Geraniin, tannins, flavonoids.