How to Identify Geraniaceae

Geraniaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Geraniales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 196 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.

Key Identification Features

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Representative Geraniaceae Species

How to identify Pelargonium graveolens (Thunb.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium graveolens (Thunb.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium graveolens (Thunb.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium graveolens is an aromatic subshrub widely cultivated for its scented…

How to identify Pelargonium inquinans (L.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium inquinans (L.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium inquinans (L.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium inquinans is a South African small shrub used for medicinal and deod…

How to identify Geranium caespitosum E.James

Geranium caespitosum E.James

Geranium caespitosum E.James

Geranium caespitosum is a perennial herb native to western US and northern Mexic…

How to identify Pelargonium sidoides DC.

Pelargonium sidoides DC.

Pelargonium sidoides DC.

Pelargonium sidoides, or African geranium, is a flowering plant with widely mark…

How to identify Geranium sanguineum L.

Geranium sanguineum L.

Geranium sanguineum L.

Geranium sanguineum L. is a low-growing herbaceous cranesbill native to Europe a…

How to identify Erodium botrys (Cav.) Bertol.

Erodium botrys (Cav.) Bertol.

Erodium botrys (Cav.) Bertol.

Erodium botrys is an annual herb native to Eurasia, the Mediterranean, and North…

How to identify Geranium nodosum L.

Geranium nodosum L.

Geranium nodosum L.

Geranium nodosum L. is a rhizomatous geophyte native to southern Europe that gro…

How to identify Geranium purpureum Vill.

Geranium purpureum Vill.

Geranium purpureum Vill.

Geranium purpureum Vill. is a small-flowered annual/biennial herb often confused…

How to identify Erodium acaule (L.) Bech. & Thell.

Erodium acaule (L.) Bech. & Thell.

Erodium acaule (L.) Bech. & Thell.

Erodium acaule is a perennial stemless herb native to the Eastern Mediterranean …

How to identify Geranium lucidum L.

Geranium lucidum L.

Geranium lucidum L.

Geranium lucidum, or shining cranesbill, is an annual flowering plant native to …

How to identify Pelargonium quercifolium (L.fil.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium quercifolium (L.fil.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium quercifolium (L.fil.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium quercifolium is a branched aromatic shrub that can be grown as a hou…

How to identify Geranium reuteri Aedo & Muñoz Garm.

Geranium reuteri Aedo & Muñoz Garm.

Geranium reuteri Aedo & Muñoz Garm.

Geranium reuteri is a large perennial herb native to the western Canary Islands …

Browse all 196 Geraniaceae species →

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you identify Geraniaceae?

Geraniaceae plants belong to the Geraniales order in the Plantae kingdom. reniforme typically has more distinctly kidney-shaped leaves. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.

What are the key characteristics of Geraniaceae?

Geraniaceae is classified in the order Geraniales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. It is cultivated as a garden ornamental, and multiple distinct cultivars are available.

⚠️ Are any Geraniaceae species poisonous?

Yes, some Geraniaceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Geraniaceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.

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