Magenta storksbill
Pelargonium rodneyanum
Family: Geraniaceae
What it is like
A small plant which keeps growing from year to year. It forms tubers. It grows 20-30 cm high and spreads 30-50 cm wide. The leaves at the base are in a ring and are long and dark green. They are heart shaped and 10 cm long. They have notched edges. The flowering stems have up to 25 flowers. The flowers are small and bright pink.
There are about 230 Pelargonium species.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
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