Also known as Hooded-Leaf Pelargonium · Peninsula Hooded Storksbill · Tree Pelargonium
Pelargonium cucullatum, the Hooded Crane's Bill, is a spreading shrub native to South Africa, admired for its distinct hooded petals and attractive foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Enjoys temperatures between 15-24°C; protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Pelargonium cucullatum moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing just enough to prevent the soil from becoming bone dry. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune Pelargonium cucullatum in early spring to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or weak stems.
Pinching back the tips of young plants also promotes a more compact habit and increased flowering. Deadhead spent blooms regularly.
Propagate Pelargonium cucullatum from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, take cuttings 7-10 cm long, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist.
Repot Pelargonium cucullatum every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. The best time to repot is in early spring before new growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Hooded Crane's Bill (Pelargonium cucullatum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Geraniales |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Genus | Pelargonium |
| Species | Pelargonium cucullatum |
Similar in genus Pelargonium
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