Fragaria indica
Wild Strawberry
Description
Fragaria indica, often called the Indian mock strawberry, is a low-growing herbaceous perennial belonging to the rose family. It is native to the Himalayas and parts of Southeast Asia. Unlike its cultivated cousin, the common strawberry, the Indian mock strawberry produces small, red, but insipid fruits that are not particularly tasty. The plant features trifoliate leaves, with three leaflets radiating from a central point, and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It spreads via runners, forming dense mats, making it a good groundcover option for shady areas. The plant is easy to grow in a variety of soil types, and it prefers moist, well-drained soil with partial to full shade. Regular watering and occasional fertilization can promote healthy growth and abundant foliage. You can easily propagate it by dividing the runners to plant in different areas of your garden.
Description
Fragaria indica, often called the Indian mock strawberry, is a low-growing herbaceous perennial belonging to the rose family. It is native to the Himalayas and parts of Southeast Asia. Unlike its cultivated cousin, the common strawberry, the Indian mock strawberry produces small, red, but insipid fruits that are not particularly tasty. The plant features trifoliate leaves, with three leaflets radiating from a central point, and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It spreads via runners, forming dense mats, making it a good groundcover option for shady areas. The plant is easy to grow in a variety of soil types, and it prefers moist, well-drained soil with partial to full shade. Regular watering and occasional fertilization can promote healthy growth and abundant foliage. You can easily propagate it by dividing the runners to plant in different areas of your garden.