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Rose-Scented Geranium

Pelargonium graveolens

Also found as Pelargonium graveolens (Thunb.) L'Hér.

Pelargonium Graveolens (Pelargonium graveolens) is a bushy companion plant. Its care profile below covers light, water, temperature, humidity, substrate, feeding, seasonal care, propagation, and household placement.

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Typical placement: A sun-loving woody container plant display with the stated light, temperature, water, and drainage conditions
Care: Moderate · Sun-loving woody container plant
Everyday size: Usually a tabletop to floor specimen; mature spread depends on species and pruning.
Collector class: Premium
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Botanical identity

One canonical record.

Names, aliases, lineage, and care information are organized here under one companion plant record.

Genus: Pelargonium
Family: Geraniaceae
Genetic status: Species
Propagation forms: Cutting · Rooted cutting · Seedling
Plant form: Representative photograph
Information checked: 2026-07-31

Household safety

Keep away from children and pets

Pelargonium safety guidance identifies geraniol and linalool. Do not allow cats or dogs to chew this plant.

Do not ingest. Keep leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fallen material out of children's reach.

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Practical care guide

How to care for Rose-Scented Geranium

Sun-loving woody container plant guidance translated into an everyday growing plan.

Moderate

Light: Full sun or the brightest available window after gradual acclimation
Water: Water deeply when the upper layer dries; container plants may need frequent summer checks
Temperature: Warm growing conditions; move indoors before frost unless locally hardy (10–32°C)
Humidity: Average ambient humidity with strong airflow (30–70%)
Potting medium: Loam-based peat-free container compost with mineral drainage
Drainage: Excellent drainage; never leave the root ball in standing water
Feeding: Balanced or flowering feed regularly through active growth
Pruning and grooming: Prune after flowering or fruiting to maintain shape and remove dead wood
Seasonal rhythm: Overwinter according to species; reduce water when growth rests
Propagation: Semi-ripe cuttings, layering, grafting, or seed depending on species
Travel planning: In sun or summer heat, arrange a water check within two to four days
Common watch-outs: Spider mites · Mealybugs · Scale insects · Fungus gnats when the root zone stays too wet · Root rot from poor drainage · Leaf spotting where foliage remains wet without airflow

Care sourcesRoyal Horticultural Society — Houseplants

Safety and placement

A clear household plan

Genus-level or toxic-principle guidance from veterinary toxicology; no non-toxic claim is made for this species.

Pets: Pelargonium safety guidance identifies geraniol and linalool. Do not allow cats or dogs to chew this plant.
Children: Do not ingest. Keep leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fallen material out of children's reach.
Handling: Wear gloves for pruning and wash hands before touching the face.
Placement: Use a genuinely inaccessible position; a high shelf is not sufficient for climbing cats or falling leaves.
If exposure happens: If a person chews the plant, contact Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. For animal exposure, call a veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 1-888-426-4435; urgent breathing, collapse, seizure, or severe swelling requires emergency care.

Safety sourcesPelargonium toxicology guidance Poison Control plant safety guide

Plant visual

The companion plant, clearly credited.

Primary identification photograph

The source photograph is retained with its original credit and license.

Photographer: Didier Descouens
License: CC BY-SA 4.0
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Botanical source: View identity source

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Rose-Scented Geranium

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