Rock Cinquefoil

Potentilla rupestris

Physical Characteristics

Potentilla rupestris is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from May to June. 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 dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Europe, including Britain, from Scandanavia south and east to Spain, W. and C. Asia.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Tea The leaves are used as a tea[2, 46, 61, 183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known