Geranium Macrorrhizum, Cranesbill, 9 cm pot 3x

                                                                                            


Item Description


Size approximately 15- 20 cm tall in 9cm pot


The plant is used for medical purposes in the traditional herbal medicine since it  possesses high antimicrobial properties. Essential oil is prepared from it so it is also used in aromatherapy. In Bulgaria an oil is extracted from this plant, the name of which in Bulgarian means 'the healthy one' (Zdravetz). 

In addition to essential oil, it contains flavonoids, sesquiterpenes, phenolic acids, pigments, vitamins, and mineral salts. A major component of essential oil is the sesquiterpene ketone germacrone.

This is one of the few plants that can tolerate dry shade but also grows well in any levels of sunlight. Will grow in any moderately fertile soil, apart from waterlogged soils. 

Remove flowered stems and old leaves to encourage the production of fresh flowers and foliage.

Foliage: Evergreen

Height: 30-50cm in 2-5 years

Spread: 80-110cm

 

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