A precious and discreet wild plant

Native to the shady habitats of Europe, the Robert geranium is a humble yet powerful plant in medicinal traditions. Its flowering tops and leaves have been used since ancient times for external uses related to skin comfort and daily care.

Description

Fragments of thin leaves and stems, grayish green to slightly purple, light herbaceous fragrance, harsh and bitter flavor in infusion.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Herb Robert, Herb Robert geranium
• Latin name: Geranium robertianum
• Family: Geraniaceae
• Part used: Aerial part (stems, leaves, flowers)
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Europe, temperate Asia
• English name: Herb Robert
• German name: Ruprechtskraut
• Name in Spanish: Geranio de San Roberto
• Name in Italian: Geranio di San Roberto
• Name in Arabic: عشب روبرت

Main virtues

Traditionally valued for skin balance, in baths or compresses, and for supporting digestive well-being in limited use.

Main constituents

Tannins, flavonoids, essential oils, gallic acid, various vitamins (including natural vitamin C).

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 tablespoon per cup of simmering water, infuse for 8 to 10 minutes. For occasional use, under specialist advice.
• External decoction: 20 to 30 g per liter of boiling water, to be used in compresses or warm baths.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Reserved and regulated use: consult a healthcare professional before internal use.
• Contraindicated in pregnant or breastfeeding women and in children without medical advice.
• Moderate use recommended.

History and origin

Geranium Robert takes its legendary name from Saint Robert, an 11th-century bishop renowned for his knowledge of herbal medicine. Used in medieval Europe to promote healing and soothe various ailments, it remains an iconic plant of ancient folk herbalism today.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or airtight opaque jar.
• Storage: away from light and humidity.
• Shelf life: 18 to 24 months.

Sources and references

• Medicinal Plants of European Tradition – Historical Guide
• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Classical Herbalism – Medicinal Encyclopedia

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