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Geranium richardsonii

Geranium richardsonii

About

Geranium richardsonii is a species of geranium known by the common name Richardson's geranium. It is native to western North America from Alaska to New Mexico, where it can be found in a number of habitats, especially mountains and forests. This is a perennial herb varying in maximum height from 20 to 80 centimeters. The plant grows from a tough, woody taproot and older plants develop rhizomes. The leaves are up to 15 centimeters wide and are divided into generally five segments, each segment subdivided into small rounded or pointed lobes. The flower has five pointed sepals beneath five rounded petals, each one to two centimeters long. The petals are white to purple with darker purple veining. The fruit has a small body with a straight style up to 2.5 centimeters long.

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How to use it

Richardson's geranium can be used ornamentally in gardens due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It thrives in mountainous and forested areas, making it a great choice for naturalistic landscaping or as a ground cover in similar environments.

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Gardening tip

When planting Richardson's geranium, ensure you plant it at a depth that allows its tough, woody taproot to establish well. This will help the plant thrive in its preferred mountainous habitats.

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In the kitchen

Richardson's geranium is not typically eaten by humans. Instead, it plays a role in the ecosystem and is appreciated for its beauty in gardens and natural settings.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Geranium richardsonii
Slug
geranium-richardsonii
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Geraniaceae
Genus
Geranium
Species
richardsonii
Wikidata QID
Q5549878
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

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