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Creeping cinquefoil
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Creeping cinquefoil
Potentilla reptans
Creeping cinquefoil is a lovely plant with bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows low to the ground and can spread out like a carpet, making it a cheerful addition to gardens and fields.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Creeping cinquefoil has slender, reddish stems that creep along the ground, rooting at nodes. Its bright yellow, five-petaled flowers stand out against palm-shaped leaves, each with five serrated leaflets, resembling a small hand.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusPotentilla
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
'Cinquefoil' means 'five leaves' in old French, describing its unique foliage!
Its long stems can creep over a meter in a single growing season! Wow!
People once believed carrying cinquefoil brought good luck and protection!
This plant is a super competitor, outcompeting many other small plants!
Special abilities
Ability
Ground Hugger
Creeping cinquefoil sends out long, trailing stems that root as they grow, helping it quickly spread and cover ground.
Ability
Tough Survivor
Creeping cinquefoil has a strong root system, thriving in poor soils and disturbed areas, withstanding trampling.
Ability
Rebirth Power
Creeping cinquefoil can regrow from stem fragments, allowing it to recover quickly from damage or disturbance.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-30 cm
- Spread
- 50-200 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late Spring to Early Autumn
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen from its flowers.
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
visits flowers for nectar.
eats
Grove snail
Cepaea nemoralis
consumes its leaves and stems.
eaten by
Roe deer
Capreolus capreolus
grazes on its foliage.
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always check with an adult before touching or picking plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Creeping cinquefoil?
10-30 cm
How wide does Creeping cinquefoil spread?
50-200 cm
How big are the flowers on Creeping cinquefoil?
1-2.5 cm
When does Creeping cinquefoil bloom?
Late Spring to Early Autumn
Is Creeping cinquefoil edible?
Yes
Is Creeping cinquefoil toxic?
None
What is Creeping cinquefoil's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Creeping cinquefoil pollinated?
Insect
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