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Shrubs · MCH exam plant
Shrubby Cinquefoil
Potentilla fruticosa
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Native to New England
Shrub
Key ID features
Small yellow flowers all summer, fine-textured, tough, compound leaves
| Botanical name | Potentilla fruticosa |
|---|---|
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Potentilla |
| Category | Shrubs |
| USDA hardiness zones | 2a–7b |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Low |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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