Strawberry (Fragaria iinumae)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Fragaria iinumae is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw. Young plants - cooked. Added to soups or used as a potherb. — Young plants - cooked.; Added to soups or used as a potherb.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist sunny situations in alpine and sub-alpine regions of N. and C. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)