Peppermint-scented Pelargonium - Pelargonium tomentosum
Peppermint-scented Pelargonium - Pelargonium tomentosum

Common names: peppermint-scented pelargonium, peppermint-scented geranium (English). 
Botanical name: Pelargonium tomentosum

The peppermint-scented pelargonium, Pelargonium tomentosum, is a low-growing, aromatic subshrub with velvety, mint-scented leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the mountains of the Western Cape, where it grows in moist, semi-shaded habitats. It is a useful plant for culinary, medicinal and ornamental purposes. The leaves can be used to flavour cakes, drinks and pot-pourris, and also have soothing properties for bruises and sprains. The plant is easy to grow from cuttings and can be used as a ground cover, a container plant or a contrast plant in a fynbos garden. It prefers well-drained soil and light shade.

Uses & Benefits: aromatic, culinary herb, flavouring, food, indoor, medicine, pot plant, tea


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Family: Geraniaceae
Type: creeper, ground cover
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