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(Pelargonium myrrhifolium)
Myrrh Pelargonium (Pelargonium myrrhifolium)
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Karen Eichholz
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Photo by: Karen Eichholz | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Karen Eichholz | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-11-16T09:47:11-08:00 |
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Summary
Pelargonium myrrhifolium, commonly known as Myrrh Pelargonium or Myrrh-Scented Geranium, is a perennial herb that is native to the fynbos region of South Africa, particularly thriving in rocky slopes and grasslands. It exhibits a moderate growth rate, reaching heights and widths of 0.5-1.5 feet (0.15-0.5 meters). This species is characterized by its deeply lobed, myrrh-scented leaves and bears white to pink flowers that are notably showy during the spring and summer months.
Myrrh Pelargonium is valued for its aromatic foliage and delicate flowers, making it a popular choice for scented gardens, as container plants, or as ground cover in suitable climates. It is drought-tolerant, requiring low amounts of water once established, and prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils. Full sun to part shade is optimal for its growth. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. It is also prone to pests such as whiteflies and aphids.CC BY-SA 4.0
Myrrh Pelargonium is valued for its aromatic foliage and delicate flowers, making it a popular choice for scented gardens, as container plants, or as ground cover in suitable climates. It is drought-tolerant, requiring low amounts of water once established, and prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils. Full sun to part shade is optimal for its growth. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. It is also prone to pests such as whiteflies and aphids.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb, Subshrub
- Height: 0.5-1.5 feet
- Width: 0.5-1.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White, Pink
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Border Plant, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant
Natural Habitat
Native to the fynbos region of South Africa, particularly thriving in rocky slopes and grasslands
Other Names
Common Names: Myrrhleaf Geranium, Myrrh-Scented Geranium
Scientific Names: , Pelargonium myrrhifolium, Geraniospermum myrrhifolium, Geranium betonicum, Geranium lacerum, Geranium lacerum, Geranium myrrhifolium, Jenkinsonia anemonefolia, Jenkinsonia bullata, Jenkinsonia coriandrifolia
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