Geum urbanum Wood avens (Rosaceae)

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

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Latin Name:  Geum urbanum
Common Name:  Wood avens
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Woods, hedge banks, walls etc, usually on damp soils[9, 13].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in any moderately good garden soil that is well-drained[1]. Prefers shade[12, 21] and a soil rich in organic matter[200]. This species was widely cultivated as a pot-herb in the 16th century[5]. The bruised or dried root is pleasantly aromatic with a clove-like fragrance[245]. Plants self-sow freely when well-sited[238]. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus[200].

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