Shining Crane's-bill (Geranium Lucidum) is a annual herb in the Geraniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Geranium lucidum is a small, annual or biennial herbaceous plant with shiny, rounded leaves and bright pink flowers.

Shining Crane's-bill

Shining Crane's-bill

Geranium Lucidum

Geranium lucidum is a small, annual or biennial herbaceous plant with shiny, rounded leaves and bright pink flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shining Crane's-bill

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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.

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Shining Crane's-bill
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Taxonomy

Family:Geraniaceae
Genus:Geranium