NIH MeSH · D031987Organisms
Potentilla
Also known asPotentillas · Cinquefoil · Cinquefoils · Silverweed · Silverweeds
Definition
A plant genus of the family ROSACEAE. Members contain procyanidins and TANNINS.
MeSH classification
- B01.875.800.575.912.250.859.937.500.601
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Common questions about Potentilla
What does Potentilla mean in medicine?
A plant genus of the family ROSACEAE. Members contain procyanidins and TANNINS. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Potentilla known by any other names?
Yes. Potentilla is also referred to as Potentillas, Cinquefoil, Cinquefoils, Silverweed in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Potentilla sit in the medical classification?
Potentilla falls under the broader medical category "Organisms" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: B01.875.800.575.912.250.859.937.500.601). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D031987) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗