Comarum Palustre
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Description
Comarum Palustre, commonly known as marsh cinquefoil, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to northern Europe, Asia, and North America. This plant has small, bright pink flowers that bloom from late spring to mid-summer. It is commonly found in wetlands, marshes, and bogs.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Comarum |
Appearance
Comarum Palustre has a clump-forming habit and can grow up to 60 cm in height. The leaves are dark green, pinnate, and have 5-7 leaflets. The flowers are small, measuring about 2 cm in diameter, and are bright pink in color. They bloom in clusters on long stalks from late spring to mid-summer. The fruit of this plant is a small, dry, and woody achene.
Care Guide
Comarum Palustre thrives in wet soil conditions and requires constant moisture. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 3-7. Here are some tips to care for this plant:- Water: Keep the soil moist at all times. Do not let the soil dry out.- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.- Soil: This plant prefers acidic soil with a pH range of 5.0-6.5. It can also grow in slightly alkaline soil.- Sunlight: It can be grown in full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: Comarum palustre is hardy to USDA zones 3-7.
Common Pests & Diseases
Comarum Palustre is generally disease and pest-free. However, it may sometimes be affected by fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and leaf spot. Aphids and spider mites may also infest this plant. Regular monitoring and proper care can help prevent these issues.
Habitat
Comarum Palustre is commonly found in wetlands, marshes, bogs, and along the banks of streams and ponds. It prefers moist soil conditions and can tolerate standing water.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Comarum Palustre be grown in containers?
A: Yes, it can be grown in containers with moist soil conditions. However, ensure that the container has proper drainage.
Q: How do I propagate Comarum Palustre?
A: This plant can be propagated by dividing the clumps in early spring or fall. It can also be grown from seed.
Q: Is Comarum Palustre poisonous to humans or pets?
A: No, this plant is not toxic to humans or pets.
Q: Can Comarum Palustre tolerate drought?
A: No, this plant requires constant moisture and cannot tolerate drought.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants in the Rosaceae family:- Rosa rugosa (Japanese rose)- Rubus idaeus (red raspberry)- Fragaria x ananassa (strawberry)- Sorbus aucuparia (mountain ash)
References
– “Comarum palustre.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed September 24, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a263.- “Comarum palustre (L.) L.” Plants of the World Online. Accessed September 24, 2021. http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:727793-1.
