European fivefinger, scientifically known as Potentilla reptans, is a perennial plant native to Europe and Western Asia. This plant can be found in meadows, beside streams, and in woodlands. It is characterized by its creeping plant stems, which root at nodes and form mats. The leaves have five pointed leaflets. The flowers are small with five petals and bloom in spring to early summer. They are yellow in color. There are some varieties which differ in leaf shape and flower color. The fruit is a tiny, dry seed. It can grow in various soils and partial shade. It has been used traditionally for its astringent properties.
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