Korean raspberry (Rubus crataegifolius)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Rubus crataegifolius is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in 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, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet agreeable flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is large and transparent, it is a raspberry with a sweet agreeable flavour.; The dark red fruit is about 10mm in diameter.; Leaves? - the record was unsure if they were edible.

Habitat & North American Range

Waste ground and clearings in mountains. Sunny thickets on slopes, forest margins, ravines and roadsides at elevations of 300 - 2500 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)