Duchesnea indica is a
perennial herb inhabiting tussocks or paddy paths, the whole being
more extensive than another species, Duchesnea chrysantha.
Leaves are dark green, leaflets oval or obovate, 3-6cm in length.
Flowers measure approximately 2cm in diameter. Fruit is spherical,
1.5-2.5cm in diameter, with receptacles dark red and glossy. Achenes
are wrinkle-less and glossy. Bloom time: April-June. |