Potentilla indica (Mock Strawberry/Indian Strawberry) is a perennial groundcover native to East Asia, producing yellow flowers and edible red berry-like fruits. Known for rapid spread via stolons.
Before sowing
Scarification
agua_quente Soak in water for 24 hours
Stratification
fria · 30 d · 4°C
Water soaking followed by cold stratification recommended for improved germination
Sowing
Substrate
well-draining seed starting mix
Depth
superficie
Temperature
18°C
Moisture
media
Container
seed trays or pots
What to expect
Step 1
Pre-treat the seed
Step 2
Sow at superficie · 18°C
Day 14–90
Seedlings emerge
Tips
Surface sow seeds and press lightly into soil without burying deeply. Cold stratification for 30 days significantly improves germination rates. Germination may be erratic and take longer even under good conditions. Tolerates both sun and partial shade. Once established, spreads aggressively via runners.
Sources: Sheffield's Seed, Seedville USA, Seed Corner, PlantIn, Organic India Seeds, USDA zones 4-9
