Siberian Cranesbill (Geranium sibiricum), fam. Geraniaceae.
   Perennial herbaceous plant with multi-branched, spreading or lying shoots, height up to 60 cm. Occurs in the forest along the "extension" of Alma-Atinska street, as an introduced weed. The leaves look like those of maple, but smaller. Blooms in the second half of summer, during a long time – at one moment we can observe both flowers and ripe fruits.
   The infusion or decoction of the roots is used in folk medicine as astringent, wound-healing, and anti-cough remedy.
   Other Geranium species – Bloody Cranesbill, Small-flowered Cranesbill, Herb-Robert.

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