Accession #: 198800149
Accession Date: 1988-04-16
Common name: Indian Strawberry
Family: Rosaceae
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Country of Origin: E. Asia - China, Japan, Himalayas
Description: [syn Fragraria indica Andr.; Potentilla indica]
A semi- evergreen trailing perennial, this species grows to a height of 4 in (10 cm) and multiplies rapidly by runners to an indefinite spread. It is useful as a ground cover and for bed edging, hanging baskets and pots. It has dark green leaves and bright, 1 in (25 mm) wide, yellow flowers from spring to early summer. Ornamental, strawberry-like small red fruits appear in late summer.
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USDA Zone: 6-11
Source: T&M
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