Geranium robertianum

Geranium maculatum, commonly known as the wild geranium, spotted geranium, or wood geranium, is a perennial plant native to woodland in eastern North America, from Manitoba and Quebec south to Alabama and west to Oklahoma and South Dakota.

Description[edit | edit source]

Geranium maculatum is a clump-forming, Missouri native, woodland perennial which typically occurs in woods, thickets and shaded roadside areas throughout the State. It grows up to 60 cm (24 in) tall, and produces pink to lilac colored flowers from mid-spring to early summer.

Habitat and Distribution[edit | edit source]

Geranium maculatum is native to eastern North America, from Manitoba and Quebec south to Alabama and west to Oklahoma and South Dakota. It is commonly found in woods, thickets, and shaded roadside areas.

Cultivation and Uses[edit | edit source]

Geranium maculatum is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and for its ability to thrive in shady locations. It is also used in traditional medicine, particularly in North America, where it has been used to treat diarrhea, hemorrhoids, and inflammation.

Medicinal Use[edit | edit source]

The root of Geranium maculatum has been used in herbal medicine as an astringent and to treat a variety of internal and external ailments. It is also used in homeopathy for the treatment of menstrual disorders and kidney disease.

Conservation Status[edit | edit source]

While not currently listed as threatened or endangered, the habitat of Geranium maculatum is being reduced by urban development and agriculture, leading to localized declines in some areas.