Mock Strawberry

The Mock Strawberry (Potentilla indica, syn. Duchesnea indica), also known as the Indian Strawberry, is not, as its name implies, a true strawberry. It is native to eastern and southern Asia. Like the Barren Strawberry, it is a species of Potentilla which is often confused with the Wild Strawberry. It is however readily distinguished by its yellow flowers; all naturally occurring true strawberries have flowers which are white or slightly pink.

Related Topics:
Syn. - Strawberry - Asia - Barren Strawberry - Potentilla - Wild Strawberry - Flower

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It was previously usually treated in the genus Duchesnea, but recent genetic evidence has shown that this genus is better included within Potentilla.

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The Mock Strawberry has been introduced to many other areas as an ornamental plant, though it is considered a noxious weed in some regions. Its berries are edible, but have no flavour.

Related Topics:
Ornamental plant - Noxious weed

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