Spring cinquefoil (Potentilla tabernaemontani, None)

Family: Rosaceae

Author: Asch.

Bibliography: Unknown

Year: Unknown

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Potentilla

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Unknown

Description

The Spring cinquefoil, scientifically known as Potentilla tabernaemontani, is a delightful flowering plant belonging to the Rosaceae family. This unique botanical marvel is renowned for its vibrant and cheerful blooms that signal the arrival of spring.

Spring cinquefoils are low-growing perennials that typically inhabit temperate regions. The plant enjoys basking in the sun and thrives in well-drained soils, often found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky outcrops. With a preference for light, sandy soils, it can often be seen flourishing in habitats where other plants might struggle, making it a resilient addition to many natural landscapes.

The foliage of the Spring cinquefoil is comprised of charming, deeply divided leaves that form a lush, green backdrop for its crowning glory: the flowers. Each bloom is a bright yellow, star-like shape that emerges in clusters atop slender stems. These flowers not only attract human admirers but also serve as an inviting nectar source for various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, thereby playing a crucial role in the local ecosystem.

Though the detailed history and specific observations about Potentilla tabernaemontani are somewhat obscure, its significance in horticulture and natural ecology is undeniable. Historically, members of the Potentilla genus have been appreciated for their ornamental beauty and, in some cultures, their traditional medicinal uses.

In gardens, the Spring cinquefoil stands out as an exquisite ground cover or a charming border plant, contributing a splash of spring color and a touch of wild beauty. It is a versatile plant that can be used to add aesthetic value to rock gardens or serve as a naturalizing agent in larger landscapes.

In summary, the Spring cinquefoil (Potentilla tabernaemontani) is a resilient, low-growing perennial from the Rosaceae family, celebrated for its bright yellow flowers and ability to thrive in challenging environments. Its role in both natural and cultivated spaces underlines its importance as a harbinger of spring and a benefactor to pollinators.

Common Names

En: Spring cinquefoil
Ca: Potentil·la vernal
Cs: Mochna jarní
Da: Vår-Potentil
Nl: Voorjaarsganzerik
Et: Kevadmaran
Fi: Sakarahanhikki, Pikkuhanhikki
Fr: Potentille printanière, Potentille de Neumann, Potentille de printemps, Potentille de Tabernaemontanus
De: Frühlings-Fingerkraut, Gewöhnliches Frühlings-Fingerkraut
Hu: Tavaszi pimpó
It: Cinquefoglia primaticcia
Pl: Pięciornik wiosenny
Sk: Nátržník Neumannov
Sv: Småfingerört
Cy: Pumnalen y gwanwyn, Pumdalen y Gwanwyn

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Distribution

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Mar 29, 2018 by jose (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 20, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Mar 7, 2022 by César Gonzalez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 29, 2018 by jose (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 29, 2018 by jose (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 29, 2018 by Ernesto Sanz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 29, 2018 by jose (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 2, 2022 by benoit T (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 2, 2021 by etienne copeaux (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 25, 2022 by Valérie L’Eplattenier (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 2, 2021 by etienne copeaux (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 24, 2021 by Marcela Č. (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Mar 21, 2019 by Ken Sedman (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 6, 2021 by Sp SP (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 19, 2019 by Blasek Peter (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 17, 2019 by Lubomir Hubicka (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 15, 2011 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jun 20, 2019 by Lubomir Hubicka (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 14, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 15, 2013 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jul 3, 2019 by Iulia Demeter (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 24, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken May 15, 2004 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 13, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 1, 2020 by Jindřich Jindřich (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 5, 2022 by francois tissot (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Daniel MATHIEU (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Potentilla tabernaemontani Asch.)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5366340)

Specifications

Growth