21,782 observationsLeast Concern
marsh cinquefoil
Comarum palustre
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae âşPhylum: Tracheophyta âşClass: Magnoliopsida âşOrder: Rosales âşFamily: Rosaceae âşGenus: Comarum
About
Comarum palustre (syn. Potentilla palustris), known by the common names purple marshlocks, swamp cinquefoil and marsh cinquefoil, is a common waterside shrub. It has a circumboreal distribution, occurring throughout North America, Europe, and Asia, particularly the northern regions. It is most commonly found on lake shores, marshy riversides and stream margins, often partly submerged with foliage floating. It is a parent of some Fragaria, Comarum hybrids, ornamental plants produced by crossing with strawberries.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of marsh cinquefoil is Comarum palustre.
- marsh cinquefoil belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- marsh cinquefoil belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- marsh cinquefoil belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- marsh cinquefoil belongs to the order Rosales.
- marsh cinquefoil belongs to the family Rosaceae.
- marsh cinquefoil belongs to the genus Comarum.