Scarlet Avens

Chilean avens (Geum chiloense, Rosaceae; synonym G. quellyon) is a perennial from Chile, including Chiloé Island. It produces bright flowers on upright stems above a rosette of basal foliage.

The cultivar 'Mrs. Bradshaw' (scarlet-red semi-double flowers) is the primary selection in the trade. Detailed cultural requirements and pest/disease associations have not been documented. The profile is a stub awaiting enrichment.