Mauritius Raspberry (Rubus rosifolius)

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

Rubus rosifolius is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 2.5 m (8ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. 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

pleasant flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked and used in pies, preserves etc.; A type of raspberry, but without any pleasant flavour.; It is usually cooked, making good tarts and jams.; The red fruit is up to 15mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Hillsides in gullies, rock seams and bases of walls in China. Damp eucalyptus forest, rainforest edges, paddocks and roadsides in Australia. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)