Are Strawberries Natural or Manmade? The Hybrid Truth
                                
                                
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                                Did you know that the modern garden strawberry is one of the world's youngest domesticated crops, originating in the 18th century? This large, juicy fruit is not a naturally occurring species but a hybrid created by the cross-pollination of two wild American strawberries. The question, "Are strawberries natural or manmade?", has a fascinating answer rooted in botanical history.