Life Span
Annual or Biennial
Annual and Perennial
Type
Herbs
Tender Perennial
Origin
Asia, Europe, North Africa, North America
Eastern Africa
Types
Geranium robertianum
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Habitat
Shaded sites, Waste areas
Rocky Ridges, Shores of rivers or lakes, Tropical Climate, tropical environments
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
11-12
Sunset Zone
21,22
H1, 23, 24
Habit
Clump-Forming
Cushion/Mound-forming
Flower Color
Pink, Magenta, Rose
Purple, Violet
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Red, Green, Dark Red
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Light Green
Leaf Shape
Arrowhead
Ovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Very Fast
Slow
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Neutral
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Indeterminate
Where to Plant?
Ground
Container, Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
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Seedlings, stem tip cuttings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Keep ground moist, Requires regular watering
Keep ground moist, Keep the Soil well drained, Medium, Requires regular watering
In Summer
Average Water
Lots of watering
In Spring
Average Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Average
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves
Pinch Tips, Prune prior to new growth, Prune to stimulate growth
Fertilizers
-
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Downy mildew, Pest Free, Powdery mildew
Grey mold, Leaf spot, Mites, Root rot
Plant Tolerance
Shade areas
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Fine
Fine
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
-
Butterflies, Flying insects, Hummingbirds
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Decorating walls, Hanging Basket, Showy Purposes, Used for decorating walls, fences, gates, hedges, etc.
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Reduce Bruises, Skin irritation
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Environmental Uses
Insect Repellent
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Diuretic, Gallbladder Diseases, Haemorrhages, Inflammation, Kidney problems, Kidney Stones, Liver problems, Sore throat, Strengthen gums, Swelling, Ulcers
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Part of Plant Used
Leaves, Root, Whole plant
Flowers, Leaves
Other Uses
Can be made into a herbal tea, repels rabbits, deers and mosquitos, Used as a nutritious food item
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for bedding in gardens
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Bedding Plant, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Container, Edging, Houseplant, Tropical
Botanical Name
GERANIUM robertianum
EXACUM affine
Common Name
Death-Comes-Quickly, Herb Robert, Dove's Foot, Crow's Foot, Storksbill, Red Robin
German Violet, Persian Violet
In Hindi
जड़ी बूटी रॉबर्ट
persian violet
In German
Kraut Robert
persian violet
In French
herbe à Robert
persian violet
In Spanish
hierba de San Roberto
Violeta persa
In Greek
βότανο Robert
Περσικό Violet
In Portuguese
erva robert
Violeta persa
In Polish
herb robert
Persian Violet
In Latin
Robertus herba
hyacinthum Persarum
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Geraniales
Gentianales
Family
Geraniaceae
Gentianaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Season and Care of Herb Robert and Persian Violet
Season and care of Herb Robert and Persian Violet is important to know. While considering everything about Herb Robert and Persian Violet Care, growing season is an essential factor. Herb Robert season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Persian Violet season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Herb Robert is Loam, Sand and for Persian Violet is Loam while the PH of soil for Herb Robert is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Persian Violet is Neutral.
Herb Robert and Persian Violet Physical Information
Herb Robert and Persian Violet physical information is very important for comparison. Herb Robert height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm whereas Persian Violet height is 25.40 cm and width 25.40 cm. The color specification of Herb Robert and Persian Violet are as follows:
Herb Robert flower color: Pink, Magenta and Rose
Herb Robert leaf color: Green and Light Green
Persian Violet flower color: Purple and Violet
- Persian Violet leaf color: Dark Green
Care of Herb Robert and Persian Violet
Care of Herb Robert and Persian Violet include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Herb Robert pruning is done Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead leaves and Persian Violet pruning is done Pinch Tips, Prune prior to new growth and Prune to stimulate growth. In summer Herb Robert needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Persian Violet needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.