Ceylon Blackberry (Rubus moluccanus)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Rubus moluccanus is a deciduous Shrub. 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour and is astringent. — Fruit - raw or cooked and used in pies, preserves etc.; It has a sour flavour and is astringent.

Habitat & North American Range

Rainforest edges in Australia. Found at elevations up to 2100 metres in the Himalayas. (Zone 9)