Geum quellyon
Scarlet Avens
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Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Description
Geum quellyon, commonly called Scarlet avens. Chilean avens, or Grecian rose, is a perennial herb of the Rosaceae family, native to the Central Region of Chile. It has been used in the traditional medicine of the Mapuche Amerindians of Chile to treat tooth neuralgia, gastric inflammation, prostatitis and to regulate menstruation. The methanolic extract is obtained from the root of Geum quellyon. The methanolic extract contains tannin compounds, and tannins have been shown to have antitumor activity.
Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Blooming
Cut away flowers to promote continued blooming into the fall. The fuzzy seed heads are also attractive, so leave a few of the spent flowers to develope into these if you wish.
Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Growth
Grow in sun, but it will tolerate some shade. They prefer cool summer climates, after noon shade is best with warmer summers. Division is needed in spring if plants become too crowded.
Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Planting
Propagate named cultivars by division in spring or fall, when dormant. Seeds of cultivars won't come true. Seeds will germinate within a week or two.
Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Pest
Caterpillars. Other problems include powdery and downy mildew, leaf smut, and fungal leaf spots.
Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Interesting facts
Some herbal remedies use Tincture of Avens as a mild sedative in their mixture.
Scarlet Avens (Geum quellyon) - Soil and irrigation
Average to rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Good soil drainage is especially important in winter. Water once a week in summer.
