It is native to the Mediterranean and sub-Mediterranean areas, but has naturalized in other parts of
Europe, in southwestern and central Asia and in North Africa, though it may have already been in those parts and areas, just not properly identified. It is considered an
introduced species in North America, where it is known as
Dovefoot Geranium or
Awnless Geranium. Although non-native in parts of its range, this species poses little threat to native ecosystems. It is found in dry meadows, hedges, banks and forest edges. It prefers sunny places on sandy and relatively dry soils, at an altitude of above sea level. ==Herbal medicine==