Botanical name: Fragaria × ananassa
Other name: earthberry, red berry
Wild strawberry leaves exhibit a small to medium size, presenting a flat and oblong shape with an average width of 4-5 centimeters. These dark green leaves feature a matte texture, silky hairs on the underside, and toothed or serrated edges. Arranged in groups of three on hairy stems that can reach a height of 10-15 centimeters, the leaves belong to a trailing plant that spreads low to the ground through horizontal runners, which transform into roots to establish new plants. Recognizable by their small white flowers and red fruits, wild strawberry leaves offer a mild, fruity flavor with fresh grassy and herbal notes, concluding with a gently astringent finish.
Medicinal Uses:
- Improving heart health
- Antioxidant and antimicrobial properties
- Boosting the immune system
- Reducing blood sugar levels
