Geranium pratense, commonly known as meadow cranesbill, is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Geraniaceae family. The genus name Geranium is derived from the Greek word 'geranos,' meaning crane, and refers to the shape of the fruiting body, which looks like a crane's bill. There are several synonyms for the same species of plant, including G. sylvaticum, G. sylvestre, G. luxurians, and G. talcachanum. The meadow cranesbill is native to Europe and western Asia and is a popular garden plantable for its beautiful blue-purple flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. It is also used in traditional medicine for various ailments due to its astringent and antiseptic properties.