Geranium tuberosum (Geraniaceae)

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Geranium tuberosum
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The Geranium tuberosum plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean. It is a member of the Geraniaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Geranium tuberosum
Family:  Geraniaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Cultivated ground, fields, vineyards and meadows[89].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position[200]. Tolerates a wide range of soil types[200]. Established plants are drought resistant[190]. This species is not hardy in all parts of Britain, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. Plants come into growth in the autumn and die down in mid-summer[190]. Plants spread by means of underground tubers and can be invasive[190]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233]. At least one named variety has been selected for its ornamental value[200]. 'Charlesii' has a low spreading habit[200].

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