Geranium robertianum

Geranium robertianum in Valley of Flowers

Geranium robertianum is an annual or biennial herb of height 40 – 50 cm. Stems are not rooting at nodes. Leaves are opposite, pentagonally orbicular, glandular. Flowers are pale purple, solitary or 2 flowered. Filaments are pink.

English Name	Herb Robert, Red Robin
Local Name	NOT AVAILABLE
Family	Geraniaceae
Flowering time	June to July
Habitat	In moist places associating with other Geraniums.
Uses	Whole plant is used for the treatment of toothache, dysentery and nose bleeding. Burnt leaves are used as mosquito repellants.The plant contains anti diabetic, antirheumatic, diuretic properties.
Location in the Valley of flowers	This is a rare flower and can be seen between Govindghat and Ghangaria.

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Frequently asked questions About the Valley

Can senior citizens visit valley of flowers?

Senior citizens also want to come to this heaven on earth but they are confused about whether they can do it or not. We have been taking senior citizens to the valley. There are options of helicopter and ponies to skip trekking.

What type of shoes is appropriate?

When you go for trek you should wear appropriate type of shoes so that your main concentration is on trekking and enjoying nature. We have seen that shoes of many people breaks while trekking and sometimes people develop blisters.

Minimum age to visit valley of flowers

Whether kids can do the trek or not? What is the minimum age requirement? Please read this full page to get the answer to this question. Couples with young children willing to visit valley of flowers can go through this page.

Minimum number of days required to explore the valley

Minimum number of days recommended going for trek to the valley. Why we need an extra day for the trip. Read full report with pictures of the valley.

How difficult is Valley of flowers trek.

Trek difficulty of the Valley of Flowers trek. Vital statistics are given here. How much altitude is to be gained every day while trekking? How much distance is to be covered every day? What is Fitness level required for the trek?

Geranium robertianum