Rose blackberry (Rubus rosa)

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

Rubus rosa is a deciduous Shrub. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion). 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, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is about 20mm long. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is about 20mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry pastures, old fields and clearings. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)