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beach strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis)

Fragaria chiloensis, Beach Strawberry, is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its edible red fruits and use as a groundcover. It has trifoliate leaves, white flowers,

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep consistently moist, especially during fruiting.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam, pH 5.5-7.0

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in early spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Water

Keep consistently moist, especially during fruiting.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam, pH 5.5-7.0

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in early spring.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Creeper

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.5-2 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Winter dormancy

Leaf Color

Dark green

Leaf Type

Trifoliate

Flower Size

1.5-2.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Potentilla chiloensis (L.) Mabb.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyRosaceae
  • genusFragaria
  • speciesFragaria chiloensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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