Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier Flora -- Dasiphora fruticosa -- (Shrubby Cinquefoil)

presented by Susan McDougall


Dasiphora fruticosa

Most common on the east side of the Park, the showy flowers are easily seen.

Author: Susan McDougall
Frozen Lake, Mount Rainier National Park
GPS: 46.9183, -121.6666
Date: August 7, 2014
Dasiphora fruticosa

This particular individual has persisted at Frozen Lake for many years.

Author: Susan McDougall
Frozen Lake, Mount Rainier National Park
GPS: 46.9183, -121.6666
Date: August 7, 2014
Dasiphora fruticosa

The leaves are grayish, with silky hairs. This shrub may grow to 8,000 feet of elevation.

Author: Susan McDougall
Frozen Lake, Mount Rainier National Park
GPS: 46.9183, -121.6666
Date: August 7, 2014

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