This geranium species (scientific name Geranium robertianum) are also called “Herb-Robert” for a reputed ability to ward off disease.
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Cliff Stair Wall, autumn Geranium and mosses
Scottish Highlands residents call these wild geraniums “red-shanks” for the deep red color of the stalks, seen in both photographs.
Robert H. Treman New York State Park.
Source, “How to Know the Wildflowers” by Mrs. William Star Dana, 1989, Houghton Mifflin, Boston.
Click for a slideshow of this sequence Cliff Stair Views
Lucifer Falls from Rim Trail Overlook 
Lucifer Falls from Rim Trail Overlook 
Unidentified Tree 
Pam on the Cliff Staircase 
Cliff Stair Wall, autumn with fern generations Cliff Stair Wall, autumn Geranium and mosses 
Wild geranium leaves tinged with autumn color above a gathering of spent oak and elm leaves. Robert H. Treman New York State Park of the Finger Lakes Region.
Michael Stephen Wills Photography 
Gorgeous photos!
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Thank You, Sheree, for this compliment.
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I like the pretty rain drops on the tips of the geranium leaves. Does the waterfall freeze in winter?
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We need an extended run of very cold days and this happened December 2019.
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Great post, lovely photos…I wanted to let you know that I’ve nominated you for the Mystery Blogger Award. I’ve truly enjoyed your blog and I think you bloody well deserve it! All the best and greetings,
Francisco
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Thank You, Francisco. What does that award entail?
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You’re welcome Michael, you well deserve an award! I’ve no idea…
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Thanks for the nomination, Francisco. I very much appreciate it and checked your site for the rules, etc. I am not going to take action at this time….I stick to the format I’ve chosen and do not desire to alter it.
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That makes sense…I thought of you because I enjoy your blog so much and it’s very well done. I don’t like to change either and I knew nothing of these award nominations, still don’t but I also appreciated getting nominated. Take good care and all the best,
Francisco
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You understanding reply is appreciated.
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I’ve seen those around, but never knew they were Geraniums. Thanks for the ID.
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The plant has an unusual aroma when the stem is broken…..we weed them from our yard.
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