Waldsteinia fragarioides
An inconspicuous yellow strawberry-like wildflower
Waldsteinia fragarioides barren strawberry
Synonyms:
Geum fragarioides
This little plant has yellow flowers (unlike true strawberries from genus Fragaria that have white flowers). Berries are dry and not edible. Flower has 5 petals, grows 3-8 inches high in rich, moist meadows/woods.
Habitat & Range
Occasional in moist, rich woods and pastures.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers from April to July.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Waldsteinia fragarioides barren strawberry
Waldsteinia fragarioides gallery
Plant Life-Form
perennial forb
Common Names
barren strawberry
Appalachian barren strawberry
northern barren strawberry
