January 21, 2012

Luring with the fruit behind ...

Scientific name: Fragaria nubicola
Himalayan strawberry is a species native to Himalayas. It is a low growing, softly hairy perennial herb with trifoliate leaves and long runners, rooting at the nodes. It bears white flowers 1.5 to 2.5 cm across, which has five broadly ovate petals and a bunch of yellow stamens at the middle. This photo was taken from my colleague and friend's home in the evening of 19th January 2012. I am thankful to him for guiding me in my venture!
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