Other common names:
Hedge Strawberry, Wood Strawberry French names:
Fraisier des bois Family: Rose Family (Rosaceae) Group: Strawberries Similar species: Wild Strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) - Flowers at or below the leaves; terminal teeth small; leaflets have stems. Flowers: Spring; White; 5 parts (petals); Flowers usually well above the leaves. Leaves: Compound, Toothed; Terminal tooth of leaflets is equal to or larger than the adjacent teeth. Leaflets don't have stems (petioles). Height:
5-15 cm (1-5 in) Fruit/Seeds:
Seeds are on the surface of the fruit, not in deperssions. Habitat: Forests, Fields and Open Areas Grows in Sun/Shade:
Shade Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 184 Native/Non-native:
Native Photographs:
11 photographs available, of which 2 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.
Range Map is at the bottom of the page
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