Rocky Mountain Strawberry

Fragaria ovalis

Physical Characteristics

Fragaria ovalis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

South-western N. America.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Tea Fruit - raw, cooked or used in preserves etc[183]. Small but tasty[155]. The fruit can also be dried for later use[183]. The dried leaves are a tea substitute[183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known