Fragaria bracteata Woodland strawberry (Rosaceae)

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Fragaria bracteata
Woodland strawberry
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The Fragaria bracteata plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to California. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Woodland strawberry. Some home gardeners know the variety as F. vesca bracteata. F. vesca crinita.

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Latin Name:  Fragaria bracteata
Common Name:  Woodland strawberry
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  Heller.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.25   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Moist woods, stream banks and sandy meadows[60].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a fertile, well-drained, moisture retentive soil in a sunny position[200]. Tolerates semi-shade though fruit production will be reduced. There is some doubts over the validity of this name. It is probably best included as part of F. vesca[60]. Plants like a mulch of pine or spruce leaves, appreciating the acid conditions.

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