ivy geranium

The ivy geranium, scientifically known as Pelargonium peltatum, is a trailing South African plant. It is a popular bedding and greenhouse plant, characterized by its nearly round leaves and typically rosy carmine flowers.12

While often called a geranium, it belongs to the genus Pelargonium, which is closely related to the Geranium genus. Ivy geraniums are commonly grown as basket plants, both indoors and outdoors, and can also serve as ground cover in warmer climates. These plants are often propagated from stem cuttings, with flowering plants developing within four to five months. Some species within the Pelargonium genus are commercially significant for producing geranium oil, an essential oil used in perfumery.2