Geranium tuberosum
Geranium tuberosum
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Pl. 9A3F — Geranium tuberosum
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Geranium tuberosum, cunoscut sub numele de geranium tuberos, este o plantă perenicolă nativă în zone precum Albania, Algerie, Bulgaria, Cipru, Franța, Grecia, Iran și Irak. Înflorșează în suporturi umede, luate în general la semnele de lumină (sandy), medii sau grele (clay) cu un pH între 7,5 și 8, fiind adaptabil dar preferând condițiile ușor alcaline. Această plantă este valorificată pentru rădăcinile sale edibile, care pot fi consumate ca parte a cumpărăturilor locale. Caracteristicile distincte ale acestui plant includ sistemul său de rădăcini tuberice și capacitatea sa de creștere în diferite habitaturi din domeniul său nativ, de la Mediterană până în Asia Centrală.
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What is Geranium tuberosum?
Geranium tuberosum, cunoscut sub numele de geranium tuberos, este o plantă perenicolă nativă în zone precum Albania, Algerie, Bulgaria, Cipru, Franța, Grecia, Iran și Irak.
What is Geranium tuberosum used for?
Traditionally used for immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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IIBeneficii și dovezi
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Beneficii și dovezi
1 claim · 0 sources- Geranium tuberosum has been traditionally used in European herbal medicine to support the immune system, often prepared as a decoction. Its roots are believed to enhance resistance against common ailments.
The mechanism by which Geranium tuberosum supports immunity is not fully characterised but may involve compounds that modulate inflammatory responses and stimulate immune cells.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Geranium tuberosum se dezvolte în lumină ușoară sau parțial închisă și preferă suporturi umede, bine aeriate care sunt luate în general la semnele de lumină (sandy), medii sau grele (clay). Este durabil în zone temperate cu un ciclu perenicol, atingând înălțimi de 0,3 metri. Plantul poate fi propagoat prin diviziunea rădăcinilor. Pentru cele mai bune rezultate, mențineți un pH al suportului între 7,5 și 8. Părți edibile incluzionează rădăcinile, care sunt adesea folosite pentru proprietățile lor gustative.
Light
8/10
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
7-10
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.3 m tall
Soil pH
7.5–8
Seasonal calendar
Northern hemisphere · UTC month is September
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For first-time growers
How to grow Geranium tuberosum for the first time
8steps
Start with simple soil and basic care for a successful beginner's Geranium tuberosum garden.
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What you'll need
A small pot, quality potting mix, and seeds or young plants.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost, when temperatures are mild.
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Soil and container prep
Use a well-draining soil mix with a pH of 7.5–8. Ensure containers have drainage holes.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds outdoors in the prepared soil, or start young plants indoors before planting.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Place in a sunny spot.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun and regular watering. Fertilize lightly every few months with a balanced plant food.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy soil, not providing enough sunlight, neglecting to prune.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Root
Edible uses: The root of Geranium tuberosum is edible and can be prepared in various ways. It is typically used raw or cooked, though specific cooking methods are not detailed here. The root can also be dried for later use.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
24 native · 0 introduced
Distribuție
24 native · 0 introducedDistribution across3 continents· 24 native
Europe9 regions
native (9)AlbaniaBulgariaCyprusFranceGreeceItalyRomaniaRussiaUkraine
Asia5 regions
native (5)IranIraqPalestineTurkeyTurkmenistan
Africa3 regions
native (3)AlgeriaLibyaTunisia
Broader regions
native:Kriti, Lebanon-Syria, Sinai, Transcaucasus, Yugoslavia
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