Bedding geranium, Fish geranium, Horseshoe geranium
Pelargonium x hortorum
Family: Geraniaceae
What it is like
A herb. The stems are succulent and hairy. The leaves are hairy and have rounded teeth. The flowers are on long rigid stalks and have red petals. It is a hybrid produced by crossing Pelargonium zonale and Pelargonium inquinans.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It suits dry environments.
Countries/locations it is found in
Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
It is used to make a drink in Ecuador called "horchata lojana".
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Plant, leaves - drink