Plant profile
Rocky Mountain Cinquefoil
Potentilla saximontana Rydb.
Rocky Mountain Cinquefoil is a perennial plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, characterized by its compound leaves and yellow flowers. It thrives in rock gardens and well-drained soils.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Long-lasting perennial plant.
- Climate
- subalpine or subarctic
- Origin / area
- The typical geographical origin is: WC. U.S.A..
Basic care
- Watering
- Don’t waterlog, but don’t leave it bone-dry for days either.
- Light
- Lots of bright light; soft sun is often welcome.
- Temperature
- Don’t place it against heaters or AC vents.
- Humidity
- Avoid both very dry air and constant vapour.
Pet toxicity
More reassuring with pets around, with basic supervision.
Cats: no (typical guidance). Dogs: no (typical guidance).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q24192524) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (5366421) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (209508-2) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0001006693) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).