Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alterniflorus
ID:
1019336

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Müll. & Lefèvre

Source:
rjp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 16-17: 160 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001018674

Common Names

  • Rubus alterniflorus
  • Alternate-Flowered Bramble
  • Alternate-Flowered Blackberry

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Description

Rubus alterniflorus (also called Alternate-flowered Bramble, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub with arching stems and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus alterniflorus is used as an ornamental plant, and its fruits are edible and can be used in jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubus alterniflorus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus alterniflorus is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering.

Where to Find Rubus alterniflorus

Rubus alterniflorus can be found in Europe, particularly in the British Isles. It is typically found in woodland, scrub, and along roadsides.

Species in the Rubus genus

Rubus orbifrons, Rubus anhaltianus, Rubus schiedeanus, Rubus neogardicus, Rubus multifidus, Rubus atrebatum, Rubus scabripes, Rubus incarnatus, Rubus microphyllus, Rubus praecox, Rubus procerus, Rubus roseus, Rubus floribundus, Rubus idaeifolius, Rubus newbridgensis, Rubus chevalieri, Rubus britannicus, Rubus leightonii, Rubus cordatifolius, Rubus cockburnianus, Rubus occidentalis, Rubus pervalidus, Rubus chaetophorus, Rubus rugosus, Rubus blepharoneurus, Rubus khasianus, Rubus annamensis, Rubus pascuorum, Rubus polyadenus, Rubus ischyracanthus, Rubus lanaticaulis, Rubus murrayi, Rubus exter, Rubus armeniacus, Rubus putneiensis, Rubus spadix, Rubus adspersus, Rubus babingtonianus, Rubus acclivitatus, Rubus altiarcuatus, Rubus franchetianus, Rubus infestisepalus, Rubus cantianus, Rubus aristisepalus, Rubus dentatifolius, Rubus naldretti, Rubus fuscoviridis, Rubus wedgwoodiae, Rubus cavatifolius, Rubus hesperius,

Species in the Rosaceae family

Acaena macrocephala, Acaena antarctica, Acaena argentea, Acaena boliviana, Acaena buchananii, Acaena echinata, Acaena agnipila, Acaena cylindristachya, Acaena confertissima, Acaena eupatoria, Acaena integerrima, Acaena leptacantha, Acaena ovina, Acaena magellanica, Acaena masafuerana, Acaena patagonica, Acaena tenera, Acaena platyacantha, Acaena pumila, Acaena splendens, Acaena stricta, Acaena stangii, Acaena trifida, Acaena pallida, Acaena caespitosa, Acaena saccaticupula, Acaena subincisa, Acaena hirsutula, Acaena fissistipula, Acaena glabra, Acaena tesca, Acaena juvenca, Acaena emittens, Acaena dumicola, Acaena profundeincisa, Acaena minor, Acaena alpina, Acaena montana, Acaena myriophylla, Acaena poeppigiana, Acaena anserovina, Acaena sericea, Acaena latebrosa, Acaena sarmentosa, Acaena elongata, Acaena exigua, Acaena rorida, Acaena novae-zelandiae, Acaena pinnatifida, Acaena inermis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-9539: Based on the initial data import
Philippe-Jacques Müller (1832-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Müll.' in the authors string.
Louis-Victor Lefèvre (1810-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lefèvre' in the authors string.