Palmatus Brambles / Blackberry (Rubus palmatus)

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

Rubus palmatus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower in May. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Yellow and juicy. The fruit is about 20mm in diameter. The leaves are a tea substitute. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Yellow and juicy.; The fruit is about 20mm in diameter.; The leaves are a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Hills and low mountains in C. and S. Japan. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)