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Yellow Avens (Geum aleppicum)

Geum aleppicum, commonly known as Yellow Avens, is a clump-forming perennial herb with toothed, lobed leaves and upright stems bearing bright yellow flowers in summer.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Adaptable to most well-drained soils, including loamy, sandy, or clay types. Prefers moist, fertile soil.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Avoid intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water regularly, especially during dry periods.

Soil

Adaptable to most well-drained soils, including loamy, sandy, or clay types. Prefers moist, fertile soil.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Green in mild climates, may die back in colder regions

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound, lobed

Flower Size

1.5-2.5 cm

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Synonyms
Geum besseri Fisch. ex Walp.
Geum besserianum Fisch. ex Sweet
Geum decurrens Rydb.
Geum gajewskii Smejkal
Geum giganteum Schur
Geum glabricaule Juz.
Geum heterophyllum Desf.
Geum potaninii Juz.
Geum ranunculoides Ser.
Geum rugosum Desf.
Geum sachalinense H.Lév.
Geum vidalii Franch. & Sav.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyRosaceae
  • genusGeum
  • speciesGeum aleppicum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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