Common Cinquefoil – Potentilla simplex

Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: YES

Description

Appearance: Potentilla simplex is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial known for its palmately compound leaves and clusters of yellow, five-petaled flowers.

Leaves: The leaves are palmately compound with typically five leaflets.

Flowers: The plant produces clusters of yellow, five-petaled flowers.

Fruits: It forms small, dry, and persistent achenes.

Habitat: It is commonly found in open fields, meadows, and along roadsides.

Distribution: Common cinquefoil is native to North America.

Occurrence
Found in several places throughout the property

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