Etymology: Potentilla: comes from the Latin diminutive of potens meaning "powerful" in reference to the medicinal properties of some species
Plants: perennial forb
Leaves: alternate, entire, with prominent midvein
Conservation Status: Introduced - adventive
Plants: perennial forb
Leaves: alternate, entire, with prominent midvein
Conservation Status: Introduced - adventive
Floristic Rating: Wetland Indicator = FAC USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos