i am guessing but i suspect that strawberry rhubarb reflects the appearance and color of the plant and has no botanic relationship to true strawberries. i have never heard of a genetic blending of those two very different plants. if your friend is the least bit concerned just ingest a very small amount of this rhubarb. have some benadryl on hand. and see what happens. or she can call her doctor or allergist for patient-specific advice should she be a person with a history of severe (anaphylactic) reactions. hi did grow this in the uk its just its name nothing to do with strawberry's. makes a nice home made wine get a nice kick. do hope this helps you. good luck
can someone with a strawberry allergy eat strawberry rhubarb? . i have a friend who is allergic to strawberries. i have a strawberry rhubarb plant and was wondering if has any strawberry properties or just the name for it?