Mediterranean Stork's-bill (Erodium Malacoides) is a annual/biennial herb in the Geraniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Erodium malacoides is a species of flowering plant in the geranium family, typically an annual or biennial herb with blue to purple or pink to red flowers.

Mediterranean Stork's-bill

Mediterranean Stork's-bill

Erodium Malacoides

Erodium malacoides is a species of flowering plant in the geranium family, typically an annual or biennial herb with blue to purple or pink to red flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual/biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator plant, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mediterranean Stork's-bill

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Mediterranean Stork's-bill
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Taxonomy

Family:Geraniaceae
Genus:Erodium