Scarlet Geranium (Pelargonium inquinans) is a South African native renowned for its vibrant scarlet flowers and a history intertwined with medicinal uses and traditional
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season
Full sun to partial shade
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Ensure good drainage
Well-drained, fertile loam
Prefers warm temperatures
Ideal range 18-24°C; avoid frost
Feed during growing season
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 2/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 2/5
Edible
No
Pelargonium species contain geraniol and linalool, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and dermatitis in pets and humans.
