Geranium /(jē̇*rā"nĭ*ŭm)/

Ge·ra·ni·um

Geranium

n.
  1. A genus of plants having a beaklike torus or receptacle, around which the seed capsules are arranged, and membranous projections, or stipules, at the joints. Most of the species have showy flowers and a pungent odor. Called sometimes crane's-bill. (Bot.)
  2. A cultivated pelargonium. (Floriculture)