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Geum coccineum (Geum coccineum)

Geum coccineum is a vibrant perennial known for its bright red, daisy-like flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. It forms attractive clumps of basal foliage.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers moist, humus-rich conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed in spring and mid-summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water regularly, especially during dry spells.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers moist, humus-rich conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Prefers 15-25°C for optimal growth.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed in spring and mid-summer.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to deciduous in colder climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Geum borisii Kellerer ex Sünd.
Geum grandiflorum K.Koch
Geum heldreichii Bergmans
Geum macedonicum Formánek
Geum nitidostylum Formánek
Geum sadleri Friv.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyRosaceae
  • genusGeum
  • speciesGeum coccineum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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