beach strawberry

noun

Meaning

A hardy, creeping perennial plant native to the western coast of the Americas, known for its thick, leathery leaves and small, sweet fruit.

Examples

  • The beach strawberry is an excellent groundcover for coastal gardens due to its salt tolerance.
  • Hikers often forage for the tiny, flavorful fruit of the beach strawberry during the late spring.

Synonyms: coastal strawberry, Chilean strawberry, wild strawberry, beach pine