Drymocallis arguta, commonly known as Prairie Cinquefoil, is a native perennial forb (wildflower). The entire plant appears light or whitish green. When ultra-blue light is made visible through a special filter, patterns are revealed that are only perceptible to pollinating insects. These ultra-violet reflecting patterns help the flowers stand out from the background and may function as nectar guides. Thus, the flowers are colored a combination of either white or yellow.
