Creeping avens - Geum reptans (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Creeping avens

The creeping carnation root grows as a perennial herbaceous plant that reaches heights of growth of 5 to 10 centimeters and the fruit time of up to 30 cm at flowering. It has a strong rhizome and up to 1 meter long foothills. The rosette leaves are pinnate with mostly three- to five-part leaves. The stem leaves are smaller and fiederteilig.

Scientific classification

Species

Creeping avens (Geum reptans)

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Early summer

Bloom Time

5 cm to 20 cm

Plant Height

Green

Leaf Color

3 cm to 4 cm

Flower Size

Yellow, Pink

Flower Color

Images of Creeping avens

Distribution of Creeping avens

Distribution Map

Creeping avens has a native range primarily within the mountainous regions of continental Europe. Its habitat spans the alpine and subalpine zones, where it thrives in rocky soils and grassland environments. While historically confined to its natural range, creeping avens has not been widely introduced to other regions globally, thus maintaining a relatively concentrated distribution.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Mountainous regions, rocky, gravelly

Care Guide for Creeping avens

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Creeping avens, originating from alpine regions, thrives in moderate moisture and cool temperatures. It prefers consistently moist soil, requiring weekly watering. Ideal outdoors, it benefits from natural rainfall and cooler microclimates, efficiently utilizing seasonal rains for growth.

Fertilize: Creeping avens thrives with balanced fertilizers, shifting to high-phosphorus during blooming. Fertilize bimonthly in growth, quarterly in dormancy, using half doses for young or potted plants. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent root burn, ensuring seasonal adjustments for optimal nutrition and health.

Pruning: Creeping avens thrives with annual trimming from late winter to early spring. Remove dead stems and spent blooms to promote growth. Pruning minimizes disease risk and enhances vigor. Use clean, sharp tools for minimal damage and faster recovery.

Propagation: Creeping avens thrives in alpine terrains, preferring well-draining soil and moderate to full sunlight. Propagation involves taking healthy cuttings with one or two leaves, cutting below a leaf node, and planting them in a suitable soil mix while maintaining consistent moisture to encourage rooting.

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