Adenophorus Brambles / Blackberry (Rubus adenophorus)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Rubus adenophorus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is about 12mm in diameter. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is about 12mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountainous regions, valleys, sparse forests, forest margins and thickets at low to medium elevations. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)