Geranium phaeum

Geranium phaeum

Dusky Crane's-Bill

Dusky Crane's-Bill is a herbaceous perennial plant known for its dark violet flowers and distinctive leaf markings. It is native to southern, central, and western Europe and is commonly cultivated as a garden plant. The cultivar 'Our Pat' has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

Details

Order:

Geraniales

Family:

Geraniaceae

Genus:

Geranium

Chemistry:

Dusky Crane's-Bill contains various phytochemicals including tannins, flavonoids, and terpenoids. These compounds contribute to its medicinal properties.

Uses:

The plant is used for ornamental purposes in gardens. It has been traditionally used in herbal medicine for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flowering time:

Spring to early summer

Sowing time:

Early spring or fall

Plant height:

30-60 cm (12-24 inches)

Flower color:

Dark violet

Suitable habitat:

Woodland edges, shady gardens, and moist soils

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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