Family: Geraniaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 682 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Geranium
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe to N. Iran
Description
The Long-stalk crane’s-bill, scientifically known as Geranium columbinum, is an intriguing and delicate member of the family Geraniaceae. This perennial plant, first described in 1753 by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, thrives across a widespread range extending from Europe to northern Iran.
The common name, “Long-stalk crane’s-bill,” aptly describes the plant’s characteristic long stems, which elevate its uniquely lobed leaves and distinctively shaped flowers. The blooms, typically a subtle shade of purple or pink, are composed of five petals and are notable for their intricate veining and symmetrical form.
Geranium columbinum favors habitats that offer well-drained soils and moderate sunlight, often flourishing in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. Its ability to adapt to various environments across its geographic range speaks to its resilience and versatility.
The plant’s charming appearance and beneficial properties make it a valued specimen in both wild and cultivated settings. Its blooms not only add aesthetic appeal but also attract pollinators, contributing to the ecological health of its surroundings.
Understanding the Long-stalk crane’s-bill involves appreciating its historical classification and broad geographical distribution. This hardy plant, which has been observed from Europe to northern Iran, stands as a testament to nature’s ability to craft species that are both beautiful and ecologically significant.
Common Names
Eng: longstalk cranesbill, long-stalk crane’s-bill, long-stalked crane’s-bill, long-stalked geranium
Deu: stein-storchschnabel, tauben-storchschnabel
Dan: storbægret storkenæb
Swe: duvnäva, kivikkokurjenpolvi
Nld: fijne ooievaarsbek
Ces: kakost holubi
Fin: kivikkokurjenpolvi
Fra: pied de pigeon, géranium colombin, géranium de columbia, pied-de-pigeon
Nno: steinstorkenebb
Nob: steinstorkenebb
Nor: æjkreflok
Cym: pig yr aran hirgoesog, pig-yr-aran hirgoes
En: Long-stalk crane’s-bill, Longstalk cranesbill, Long-stalked Crane’s-bill, Dove’s-foot, Long-stalked Cranesbill, Longstalk Geranium, Long-stalked geranium
Be: Герань галубіная
Bg: Гълъбов здравец
Ca: Gerani de colom
Cs: Kakost holubičí, Kakost holubi
Da: Storbægret Storkenæb
Nl: Fijne ooievaarsbek
Eo: Kolomba geranio
Et: Kivi-kurereha
Fi: Kivikkokurjenpolvi
Fr: Pied-de-pigeon, Geranium colombin, Geranium des colombes, Geranium pied-de-pigeon, Pied de pigeon, Géranium colombin, Géranium de Columbia, Géranium des colombes
De: Stein-Storchschnabel, Tauben-Storchschnabel, Tauben Storchschnabel
He: גרניון נאה
It: Geranio colombino
No: Æjkreflok
Nb: Steinstorkenebb
Nn: Steinstorkenebb
Pl: Bodziszek gołębi
Pt: Bico-de-pomba-maior
Pt-br: Genciana-pé-de-pombo
Sk: Pakost holubí
Es: Pie de paloma, Golobja krvomočnica, Pie colombino, Pie de palmera
Sv: Duvnäva, Duv-Näva, Kivikkokurjenpolvi
Cy: Pig-yr-aran hirgoes, Pig yr Aran Hirgoesog
Synonyms
- Geranium diffusum (Picard)
- Geranium columbinum var. holopetalum (Griseb.)
- Geranium columbinum var. diffusum (Picard)
- Geranium columbinum f. montanum (Porcius ex Panţu)
- Geranium roseocaeruleum (Gilib.)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Algeria (native)
- Austria (native)
- Baleares (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belgium (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Corse (native)
- Cyprus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Finland (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Iran (native)
- Ireland (native)
- Italy (native)
- Krym (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Libya (native)
- Morocco (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Norway (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Poland (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sardegna (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Spain (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Tunisia (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Arkansas (introduced)
- California (introduced)
- Chile Central (introduced)
- Delaware (introduced)
- District of Columbia (introduced)
- Georgia (introduced)
- Indiana (introduced)
- Kentucky (introduced)
- Maryland (introduced)
- Masachusettes (introduced)
- Michigan (introduced)
- New Jersey (introduced)
- New York (introduced)
- North Carolina (introduced)
- North Dakota (introduced)
- Ohio (introduced)
- Ontario (introduced)
- Oregon (introduced)
- Pennsylvania (introduced)
- Québec (introduced)
- South Dakota (introduced)
- Tennessee (introduced)
- Virginia (introduced)
- Washington (introduced)
- West Virginia (introduced)
- Wisconsin (introduced)
Additional Images
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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Flower
Taken Jul 6, 2020 by sendero (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 21, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 25, 2020 by Claudia lavigne (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 19, 2020 by Scrilli Dudu (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Aug 18, 2021 by Marie Barret (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 19, 2020 by Scrilli Dudu (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Apr 12, 2002 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 12, 2002 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 8, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
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Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 24, 2021 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Apr 12, 2002 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 24, 2021 by Sylvain Piry (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 12, 2021 by Tyhjä Luut (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 23, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Françoise CARLE (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken May 19, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Catherine MAHYEUX (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jul 14, 2021 by Dieter Bausenwein (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 24, 2009 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2890603)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:372911-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Geranium columbinum L.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Forb/herb
Growth
Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’]