Waldsteinia fragarioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragarioides
ID:
1016341
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Tratt.
Source:
rjp
Year:
1823
Citation Micro:
Rosac. Monogr. 3: 107 (1823)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001015679
Common Names
- Fragarioides Waldsteinia
- Waldsteinia Fragarioides
- Fragarioides Waldsteinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Waldsteinia fragarioides (also called Barren strawberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to Europe and Asia. It is a deciduous shrub with a sprawling habit, growing to 1–2 m tall. Its leaves are trifoliate, with three toothed leaflets. The flowers are yellow, and the fruits are small, black berries.
Uses & Benefits
Waldsteinia fragarioides is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and for its medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Waldsteinia fragarioides sub. doniana TeppnerFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Waldsteinia fragarioides has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have a reddish-brown stem and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Waldsteinia fragarioides is a perennial shrub native to Europe and Asia. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring, and cuttings should be taken in the late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Waldsteinia fragarioides
Waldsteinia fragarioides can be found in the forests of Central and Eastern Europe.
Species in the Waldsteinia genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-6255: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Leopold Trattinnick (1764-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tratt.' in the authors string.