Duchesnea chrysantha

Duchesnea chrysantha, commonly known as golden apricot or Chinese strawberry, is a perennial plant native to regions including China Southeast, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines. This plant thrives in moist conditions with light soil types—ranging from sandy to heavy clay—and can tolerate full sun. It is hardy in zones 6-9 and grows to about 0.1 meters tall. Known for its edible fruit and leaves, D. chrysantha is both ornamental and useful as a food source, making it a versatile addition to gardens in suitable climates. One distinctive feature of this plant is the golden yellow color of its flowers, which contrasts beautifully with its green foliage.