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Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Appalachian Barren Strawberry · Appalachian Barren-Strawberry · Barren Strawberry
Waldsteinia fragarioides is a low-growing perennial groundcover with strawberry-like leaves and small yellow flowers, forming dense mats.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial shade to full sun. Tolerates shade but may flower less.
60% intensity
Full sun to partial shade
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
70% intensity
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moist, humus-rich soil.
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures. Can tolerate some frost.
60% intensity
15-24 °C
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding in spring with a balanced fertilizer is sufficient. Avoid over-fertilizing.
30% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Reduce watering in winter.
Minimal pruning is required. Remove any dead or damaged foliage in early spring. Can be trimmed to maintain shape or control spread.
Easily propagated by division of clumps in spring or autumn. Can also be grown from seed, though this is slower.
Not typically grown in pots. If container-grown, repot every 2-3 years in spring when the plant becomes root-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Barren-Strawberry (Waldsteinia fragarioides)
Where Barren-Strawberry (Waldsteinia fragarioides) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Waldsteinia |
| Species | Waldsteinia fragarioides |
Similar in genus Waldsteinia
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