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|name = Wild Strawberry | |name = Wild Strawberry | ||
|image = Fragaria vesca 2.jpg | |image = Fragaria vesca 2.jpg | ||
| − | |description = Similar to the domestic variety, but the berries are quite a bit smaller, measuring about quarter inch (6 mm) in diameter. | + | |description = Similar to the domestic variety, but the berries are quite a bit smaller, measuring about quarter inch (6 mm) in diameter. The Woodland Strawberry was widely cultivated in Europe before being largely replaced by the Garden Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa and other hybrids), which have much larger berries. Woodland Strawberry fruit is strongly flavored, and is still grown on a small scale commercially for the use of gourmets. Unlike most commercial and garden cultivars of strawberries, Woodland Strawberries rarely form runners, and are usually propagated by seeds or division of the plants. |
|range = Throughout the Northern Hemisphere | |range = Throughout the Northern Hemisphere | ||
|seasons = Summer | |seasons = Summer | ||
| − | |use = The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked into '''jellies and jams'''. | + | |use = The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked into '''jellies and jams'''. It can also be baked into '''pies'''. An herbal '''tea''' made from the leaves, stems, and flowers is believed to aid in the treatment of diarrhea. |
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Latest revision as of 02:40, 27 July 2022
Wild Strawberry
Description: Similar to the domestic variety, but the berries are quite a bit smaller, measuring about quarter inch (6 mm) in diameter. The Woodland Strawberry was widely cultivated in Europe before being largely replaced by the Garden Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa and other hybrids), which have much larger berries. Woodland Strawberry fruit is strongly flavored, and is still grown on a small scale commercially for the use of gourmets. Unlike most commercial and garden cultivars of strawberries, Woodland Strawberries rarely form runners, and are usually propagated by seeds or division of the plants.
Where found: Throughout the Northern Hemisphere
Availability: Summer
Use: The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked into jellies and jams. It can also be baked into pies. An herbal tea made from the leaves, stems, and flowers is believed to aid in the treatment of diarrhea.
