Branched Cinquefoil
Potentilla effusa
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Rosaceae
- Genus:
- Potentilla
- Species:
- Potentilla effusa
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★★★★☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, rocky or sandy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers open, sunny locations
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: Seeds are cleaned by removing them from seed heads either by crushing the seed head or using tweezers. Screens can be used to separate seeds from other plant material.
Source: npn.rngr.net