Potentilla bicrenata

Potentilla bicrenata

Native to:
United States | AZ, CO, NM, UT, WY

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rosaceae
Genus:
Potentilla
Species:
Potentilla bicrenata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes
Lawn Substitute:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash