Fragaria nilgerrensis
Schltdl. ex J. Gay
Houtbois strawberry, Nilgiri strawberry, Golden-hairy strawberry
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Summary
Source: WikipediaFragaria nilgerrensis, the nilgiri strawberry, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rosaceae. It is a wild strawberry native to southern and southeast Asia. It is similar in appearance to F. moupinensis. Its fruit are white to light pink, with flavour reminiscent of peach, and the fruit is of no commercial value. All strawberries have a base haploid count of 7 chromosomes. Fragaria nilgerrensis is diploid, having 2 pairs of these chromosomes for a total of 14 chromosomes.
Description
A herb. It grows 5-25 cm tall. The stems are in dense tufts. The fruit is an aggregate fruit and is white when ripe. It can be pink or red.
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Edible Uses
The fruit can be eaten raw or cooked. It is white with a pale pink tint and is considered to be of inferior quality.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are eaten raw.
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Medicinal Uses
None known
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant. In the eastern Himalayas it grows between 2,800-4,200 m altitude. In Vietnam it occurs between 1,600-1,800 m above sea level. In Sichuan and Yunnan.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Sikkim, Taiwan, Vietnam,
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though based on the natural range of the plant it is unlikely to succeed in any but the mildest parts of the country. It is a vigorous, spreading plant. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a fertile, well-drained, moisture retentive soil in a sunny position. Tolerates semi-shade though fruit production will be reduced. Likes a mulch of pine or spruce leaves.
Propagation
Sow seed in early spring in a greenhouse; germination can take four weeks or more. Seedlings are small and slow to start but then grow rapidly. Prick out into individual pots when large enough and plant out during summer. Divide runners preferably in July or August to allow plants to establish before the following year's crop, or move them the following spring — plants should not be allowed to fruit in their first year after a spring division. Runners can be planted directly into their permanent positions.
Other Uses
None known Special Uses
Also Known As
Alibuji, Ameibuji, Anmenbuzi, Dau-tay Nilghiri, Jalinkhumthera
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