Are Wild Strawberries Edible And Safe To Eat?

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It is common in some regions to stumble upon wild strawberries. Can you eat a wild strawberry? There are a couple of plants considered to be wild strawberries, one of which is in the true family, while the other is a false berry in another genus. Wild strawberries that are safe to eat depends on where they grow, as some may be in areas contaminated by chemicals, animals, or other influences.  Strawberries are a signature of summer, featuring prominently in fruit salads and fresh desserts. You may find the berries while out on a hike, tiny little red fruits, much smaller than the supermarket variety. These are wild strawberries and have a powerful, sweet flavor which belies their small size. Many even think these are preferable to store bought. But are wild strawberries safe to eat? Wild edible strawberries are safe provided they have not been in contact with chemicals […]

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