Rose geranium

Pelargonium crispum, P. graveolens

herb · leaf

Leaves with a lemony rose scent, infused in cream, a syrup or a jelly, then removed.

Origin

South Africa

Where to find it

In gardens and on balconies; on Réunion, it is grown for distillation in the western uplands.

Season (United States)

May to October

Preparation

Only scented geranium (Pelargonium graveolens): balcony geraniums are not edible.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Lutein and zeaxanthin · Chlorophyll

Did you know?

Its essential oil often stands in for rose oil, which is far more expensive.