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Medicinal
In traditional herbal medicine all parts of the plant are astringent[Grieve. A Modern Herbal. Penguin 1984]. It can be harvested as required and used fresh[Bown. D. Encyclopaedia of Herbs and their Uses. Dorling Kindersley, London. 1995].
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Other use
An essential oil is obtained from the plant. It has a pennyroyal fragrance.
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The crushed leaves are used to flavour jellies, cakes, fruit dishes etc
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Geographical distribution
- Africa, Southern Africa, Cape Provinces
Pelargonium exstipulatum (Cav.) L'Hér.
Family: GERANIACEAEGenus: Pelargonium
Species: exstipulatum (Cav.) L'Hér.
Common names: Vaalblaarmalva
Distribution summary: S.Africa (Cape Provinces)
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: H2 - Tender; cool or frost-free greenhouse
Habitat: Frequently on sandy soils
Garden status: Currently grown
Garden location: Plants in pots (POT)
Reason for growing: Medicinal