- Region
- Europe
- Origin
- Europe, Asia, North America, Africa (north)
- Traditions
- Western herbal medicine
Europe · Herb · № 299
Geranium robertianum
Herb · Europe
Herb Robert
Geranium robertianum
Traditionally attributed effects: astringent, stops bleeding.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Leaves.
Use in traditions
The herb has a strong smell and was used in folk medicine as an astringent and haemostatic remedy, as a mouthwash and for diarrhoea. Crushed leaves on the skin were said to repel mosquitoes.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Herbal medicine worldwide
Attributed effects
Astringent, stops bleeding.
Preparation and amount
Leaves.