Indian Mock Strawberry Plant
Duchesnea indica, or Indian Mock Strawberry, is a fast-growing herb, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces red berries with medicinal uses.
Habit
Herb
Height
20 to 30 cm
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
East asia and china
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Wet
Temperature (°)
15 to 30
Humidity (%)
50 to 70
Potting media
Garden soil
Fertilizers
Organic compost, NPK 3:1:2
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
200-500 g
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.2 to 0.6
Yield Per Plant
100-200 g/plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Rich in antioxidants, boosts immunity.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot Powdery Mildew Aphids Root Rot Anthracnose
Brown or black spots on leaves White powdery spots on leaves Curling, yellowing leaves Yellowing, wilting leaves Dark lesions on fruit and leaves
Prune infected leaves, neem oil Neem oil, sulfur spray Insecticidal soap, neem oil Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune affected areas, copper-based sprays
Copper-based fungicides Myclobutanil-based fungicides Imidacloprid-based insecticides Fungicides containing metalaxyl Chlorothalonil-based fungicides