Geum rivale Water avens (Rosaceae)

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Geum rivale
Water avens
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The Geum rivale plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Water avens.

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Latin Name:  Geum rivale
Common Name:  Water avens
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Damp places, such as moist ditches and streamsides, most frequently in the shade[9, 17].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in any moderately good garden soil that is well-drained[1]. Easily grown in a moist or shady border[28, 187]. Prefers a soil rich in organic matter[200]. Prefers a base rich soil[17]. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus, especially with G. urbanum[187]. There are some named varieties selected for their ornamental value[208, 233].

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