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Silverweed

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Silverweed

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Scientific name: Potentilla anserina
As its name suggests, Silverweed has silvery leaves with toothed edges. It can be found in grassy places, along roadsides and on waste ground - look for yellow, saucer-shaped flowers and red runners.

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Height: up to 15cm

Conservation status

Common.

When to see

January to December

About

Silverweed is a creeping, trailing plant that can be found on rough grassland, roadside verges, sand dunes and waste ground. Its yellow flowers appear between June and August among the creeping mats of its silvery, downy leaves which remain all year-round.

What to look for

A low-growing plant, Silverweed has silvery leaves divided into twelve pairs of leaflets with toothed edges. Thin, red creepers form new stems and its saucer-shaped flowers have five yellow petals.

Where to find

Widespread.

Habitats

Did you know?

Silverweed is a member of the rose family and its flowers provide a nectar source for bees, especially the Honeybee.