Geranium sanguineum
Geranium sanguineum, commonly known as Bloody Cranesbill, is a resilient perennial prized for its striking, deep-red blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this medicinal herb has been traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. It serves as a vital component in herbal remedies aimed at supporting skin health.
- Scientific name: Geranium sanguineum
- Family: Geraniaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Geraniales and the family Geraniaceae, it is classified under the genus Geranium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Geraniales | WCVP |
| Family | Geraniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Geranium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Geranium sanguineum, is recognized by various regional names across Europe. In Poland, it is referred to as bodziszek czerwony, while in Hungary, its common name is piros gólyaorr. Moving to the northern regions, it is called verikurjenpolvi in Finnish and verev kurereha in Estonian. Finally, in German-speaking areas, the species is known as Blutroter Storchschnabel.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | bodziszek czerwony | Wikidata |
| hu | piros gólyaorr | Wikidata |
| fi | verikurjenpolvi | Wikidata |
| et | verev kurereha | Wikidata |
| de | Blutroter Storchschnabel | Wikidata |
| nn | Blodstorkenebb | Wikidata |
| hr | Crvena iglica | Wikidata |
| lt | Raudonžiedis snaputis | Wikidata |
| hsb | Krejojta pyskawa | Wikidata |
| da | Blodrød Storkenæb | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range across the northern regions of the European continent. It can be found growing within the borders of Denmark and Finland. Its distribution also extends to the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Additionally, the species is present in the northern landscapes of Norway. These locations collectively define the primary habitat for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Geranium sanguineum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caffeic acid, polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Geranium sanguineum has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiviral | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Geranium sanguineum has 15 reported medicinal uses identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include influenza virus, Candida albicans, Staphylococcus aureus, herpes simplex virus type 1, Escherichia coli.
- Total uses
- 15
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| influenza virus | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| herpes simplex virus type 1 | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HIV-I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Influenza A virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Klebsiella pneumoniae | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Proteus vulgaris | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |