Potentilla multifida

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Basic Information

Family: Rosaceae

Genus: potentilla

Plant ID (slug): potentilla-multifida

Numeric ID: 25067

USDA Hardiness: 3-7

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Potentilla multifida is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Europe to E. Asia.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[61]. Starchy[105, 177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Potentilla multifida