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Plants of Rural Areas, Takaoka Area

Gennoshoko, Cranesbill, Geranium thunbergii (Geraniaceae)
This is a 30 to 50 centimeter high perennial that grows on mountains and in fields. It blooms in reddish purple and white flowers from July to October. It has been used since ancient times as a remedy for diarrhea, and its Japanese name derives from its efficacy.

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