Geum Species, Avens, Hierba del Clavo
Geum magellanicum
| Family: | Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Geum (JEE-um) (Info) |
| Species: | magellanicum (ma-jell-AN-ee-kum) (Info) |
| Synonym: | Geum chiloense |
Category:
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Herbs
Water Requirements:
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Foliage:
Herbaceous
Foliage Color:
Height:
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing:
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness:
Where to Grow:
Danger:
N/A
Bloom Color:
Red
Red-Orange
Bright Yellow
Bloom Characteristics:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information:
Propagation Methods:
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Mountain View, California
Richmond, California
Gardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Positive | On Dec 12, 2004, Ursula from Santiago, This lovely Geum is native to Chile and Argentina. Its natural habitat is in sunny, damp areas with neutral to acid soil. This plant is constant cold, snow and frost-resistant. |
