Family: Rosaceae
Author: (Turcz.) Juz.
Bibliography: V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS 10: 137 (1941)
Year: 1941
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Potentilla
Vegetable: False
Observations: E. Europe to Russian Far East and Mongolia, Subarctic America to W. & C. Canada
Description
Bluff cinquefoil, scientifically known as Potentilla arenosa, is a remarkable species belonging to the Rosaceae family. This hardy plant is adept at thriving in a variety of climates and is predominantly found across Eastern Europe extending to the Russian Far East and Mongolia. Its adaptability is further showcased as it flourishes in the subarctic regions of America and spans west and central Canada.
First documented in significant detail by V.L. Komarov in the comprehensive botanical work “Fl. URSS” published in 1941, Bluff cinquefoil has drawn the attention of botanists and plant enthusiasts alike. Described meticulously in volume 10, page 137, this publication has become a crucial reference for understanding the distribution, characteristics, and ecological importance of Potentilla arenosa.
Authored by (Turcz.) Juz., the scientific literature provides intrinsic details about the plant’s morphology and its capability to withstand harsh environments. Bluff cinquefoil is known for its resilience, often flourishing in areas with poor soil conditions. Its ability to survive and propagate in such regions demonstrates the plant’s significance in maintaining biodiversity and stabilizing habitats that are prone to erosion and other environmental stresses.
The presence of Bluff cinquefoil in such a vast range of geographical areas underscores its ecological versatility. Whether found in the chilly subarctic zones of North America or the expansive terrains of Eastern Europe and the Russian Far East, this species plays a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems by providing nectar for pollinators and serving as a ground cover that prevents soil degradation.
Bluff cinquefoil’s remarkable adaptability and enduring nature make it a noteworthy subject for continued botanical study. As we advance our understanding of this resilient species, it remains a testament to the incredible diversity and adaptability of the plant kingdom.
Common Names
Eng: bluff cinquefoil
Fra: potentille des escarpements
En: Bluff cinquefoil
Fr: Potentille des escarpements
Synonyms
- Potentilla arenosa var. pinnatisecta (Jurtzev)
- Potentilla nipharga (Rydb.)
- Potentilla arenosa var. nipharga ((Rydb.) Jurtzev)
- Potentilla nivea var. nipharga ((Rydb.) Soják)
- Potentilla nivea subsp. arenosa ((Turcz.) Kuvaev)
- Potentilla nivea var. arenosa (Turcz.)
- Potentilla basanensis (Serg.)
Distribution
- Alaska (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Amur (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Chita (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Greenland (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Kamchatka (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Magadan (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Nunavut (native)
- Sakhalin (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- Tuva (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yukon (native)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken May 14, 2020 by redcherryl (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5369125)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:727656-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Potentilla arenosa (Turcz.) Juz.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Subshrub, Forb/herb
