Barren Strawberry (Waldsteinia ternata)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Waldsteinia ternata is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 6in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. 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. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Berries, Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None Known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist or dry upland conifer forests, mixed hardwood and pine woodlands, thickets, clearings and fields. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)