Pectiantia pentandra, commonly known as fivestamen miterwort or five-point bishop’s cap, is a rhizomatous perennial herb that is native to moist, shady habitats including subalpine meadows, montane and subalpine coniferous forests, and riparian zones in western North America, from Alaska through California and east to Colorado. It typically grows to a height of 20 to 24 inches and features basal oval leaves. The plant is notable for its distinctive saucer-shaped flowers, which have five greenish-white petals each divided into narrow lobes, blooming from late spring to early summer. The flowers are somewhat showy due to their unique form and delicate appearance.

Fivestamen miterwort is valued for its ornamental foliage and flowers, which can add a touch of elegance to shade gardens and woodland settings. It is often used in native plant gardens, as ground cover, or in borders where moist, cool conditions can be provided. This species prefers consistently moist soil with good drainage and thrives in part shade to full shade. While it is not commonly afflicted by serious pests or diseases, it can suffer from root rot if the soil is not well-drained. Fivestamen miterwort is not known for being invasive and generally does not cause problems when grown outside its native range.CC BY-SA 4.0