Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
egregiusculus
ID:
993034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Frid. & Gelert

Source:
rjp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Krit. Fl. Schlesw.-Holst. 2(1): 82 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000992372

Common Names

  • Egregiusculus Blackberry
  • Egregiusculus Raspberry
  • Egregiusculus Bramble

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Description

Rubus egregiusculus (also called Dwarf Blackberry, among many other common names) is a species of Rubus native to Europe and North America. It is a deciduous shrub that typically grows up to 2m tall and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus egregiusculus is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits. The fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals and can be eaten raw or used to make jams and jellies. The leaves can be used to make tea and the bark can be used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubus egregiusculus is white or pink, and the seed is a small, black, shiny drupe. The seedlings are small and have a white or pink flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus egregiusculus is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Rubus egregiusculus

Rubus egregiusculus can be found in the wild in Europe, particularly in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.

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-21416: Based on the initial data import
Otto Christian Leonor Gelert (1862-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gelert' in the authors string.
Peter Kristian Nicolaj Friderichsen (1853-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frid.' in the authors string.