Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cambrensis
ID:
1012609

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.R.Watson

Source:
rjp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 196 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001011947

Common Names

  • Rubus cambrensis
  • Welsh Bramble
  • Gorse Bramble

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Description

Rubus cambrensis (also called Welsh Bramble, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub with white flowers and black fruits. It is native to the western United States and typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus cambrensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rubus cambrensis are white and have five petals. The fruits are small, red drupes. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus cambrensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a desired shape and size. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Rubus cambrensis

Rubus cambrensis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

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-531: Based on the initial data import
William Charles Richard Watson (1885-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.R.Watson' in the authors string.