
Earthy, mild, and lightly floral, Herb of Cinquefoil brings quiet old-world charm to infusions, folk blends, and herbal crafts with subtle meadow sweetness.
Earthy, mild, and lightly floral, Herb of Cinquefoil brings quiet old-world charm to infusions, folk blends, and herbal crafts with subtle meadow sweetness.
Cinquefoil | Potentilla simplex
🌱 Overview:
Graceful green leaves and delicate five-petaled blooms, cinquefoil carries a subtle earthiness touched with faint floral notes, evoking sunlit meadows and forest edges.
🍽 Uses:
Long treasured more for its place in folk preparations than for culinary uses, cinquefoil can be steeped in simple infusions or incorporated into traditional craft blends.
✨ Lore & Myth:
Named for its five-leaf pattern, cinquefoil was a symbol of strength and beloved in medieval charms to ward off evil, offering quiet protection and balance.
🌍 Origin & Sourcing:
Wild-harvested from natural meadows and carefully dried to preserve its gentle form, soft aroma, and ties to old-world herbal tradition.
🧭 Notes:
Mild, earthy, and lightly floral, whispering of mossy woods and sun-warmed clearings.