Rubus biflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex Sm.
Source:
rjp
Year:
1815
Citation Micro:
Cycl. 30: Rubus n.º 9 (1815)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000985865
Common Names
- Biflorus Raspberry
- Two-flowered Raspberry
- Biflorus Bramble
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rubus biflorus (also called Two-flowered Raspberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It has an upright, spreading habit, with pinnate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Rubus biflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rubus biflorus var. adenophorus Franch.Rubus biflorus var. pubescens T.T.Yu & L.T.Lu
Rubus biflorus var. biflorus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rubus biflorus is a white or pinkish-white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark-colored drupe. The seedlings are small, green, and covered in hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rubus biflorus is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 4-6 inches long. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they are well-rooted. Once the cuttings are well-rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Rubus biflorus
Rubus biflorus is native to Europe and can be found in woodlands and grasslands.
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-1336: Based on the initial data import
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.