Pelargonium graveolens
Pelargonium graveolens is a species of flowering plant in the geranium family, Geraniaceae. Native to South Africa, it is known by a variety of common names, including rose geranium, sweet scented geranium, and old fashioned rose geranium.
Description[edit]
Pelargonium graveolens is a perennial shrub that typically grows to a height of 1.3 meters. Its leaves are deeply incised, velvety and soft to the touch due to the presence of numerous glandular hairs. The flowers, which appear in spring and summer, are small and pinkish-purple in color.
Cultivation[edit]
Pelargonium graveolens is widely cultivated for its oil and is used in the perfume and essential oil industries. It is also grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The plant prefers well-drained soil and a sunny position. It is drought-tolerant and suitable for xeriscaping.
Uses[edit]
The essential oil of Pelargonium graveolens is used in aromatherapy and herbal medicine. It is believed to have a range of therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic effects. The oil is also used in the manufacture of perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics.
Propagation[edit]
Propagation of Pelargonium graveolens is usually by cuttings, as the plant does not come true from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn, and rooted in a sandy soil mix.
See also[edit]
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Pelargonium graveolens[edit]
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Flowers of Pelargonium graveolens -
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Pelargonium 'Lady Plymouth' -
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Pelargonium 'Mint Rose'
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