Quinquefoliate leaf refers to a type of leaf with five different leaflets growing from a single stem. This pattern is commonly found in plants from the Rosaceae family, such as the cinquefoil, or Potentilla. The five leaves on a quinquefoliate leaf are typically arranged in a radial pattern, giving the plant a symmetrical appearance. There are several synonyms for quinquefoliate leaf, including pinnate leaf, palmate leaf, digitate leaf, and hand leaf. These terms all describe leaves with multiple leaflets attached to a single stem, though the specific arrangement of the leaves may differ slightly. Quinquefoliate leaves are a common trait of many ornamental and medicinal plants.