Three-toothed Cinquefoil Sibbaldia tridentata (formerly Potentilla tridentata)

Other common names: Shrubby Fivefingers, Three-leaved Cinquefoil Other scientific names: Potentilla tridentata, Sibbaldiopsis tridentata French names: Potentille tridentée Family: Rose Family (Rosaceae) Group: Cinquefoils Distinctive features: Sub-Shrub; Low, small shurb. Leaves have three teeth at the ends. Similar species:   •   Common Cinquefoil (Potentilla simplex)   •   Shrubby Cinquefoil (Dasiphora fruticosa) Flowers: Spring, Summer;  White;  5 parts (petals) Leaves: Evergreen Height: 10-25 cm (4-10 in);  Very low shrub. Habitat: Fields and Open Areas;  This is a northern species. Rocky & sandy areas. Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 230    Peterson's Field Guide to Wildflowers: 28    Shrubs of Ontario: 199    Native/Non-native: Native Status: Common in northern Ontario, rare in the south. For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers , Ontario Trees and Shrubs Photographs: 105 photographs available, of which 5 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.

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