Potentilla clusiana


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusPotentilla
Speciesclusiana
CategoryPerennials
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginThe Eastern Alps of Yugoslavia and Albania.

Description and Growing Information

ShapeClumping.
PropagationSeed.
CultivationPlant in full sun to partial shade in moist but well-draining, neutral to slightly acidic loamy soil.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatLimestone-rich, or amongst scree mountainous slopes from 1200 - 2400..
Bark/Stem DescriptionSmooth flowering stems.
Leaf DescriptionDigitate, 5 pubescent leaflets 7 - 12 mm long, obovate in shape.
Flower DescriptionSolitary or twin blooms, with 3 - 5 apical teeth, measuring 3 - 4 cm in diameter.
Colour DescriptionMedium green to light green foliage. Pale yellow to white flowers.
Texture DescriptionSoft.

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