Fragaria × ananassa

The cultivated large-fruited strawberry (Fragaria ×ananassa) originated in Europe in the 18th century. Most countries developed their own varieties during the 19th century, and those are often specially suitable for the climate, day length, altitude, or type of production required in a particular region. Strawberries are produced commercially both…

…of strawberry had developed (Fragaria ×ananassa). Modern cultivated strawberries are developed from this hybrid and similar crosses between these two wild species.