Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graecensis
ID:
1019408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maurer in H.Huber

Source:
rjp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
in Hegi, Ill. Fl. Mitt.-Eur., ed. 2. 4: 315, designat. typi omissa; etin Osterr. Bot. Zeitschr. cxv. 224 (1968), cum typo. 1965

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001018746

Common Names

  • Rubus graecensis
  • Greek Bramble
  • Greek Blackberry

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Description

Rubus graecensis (also called Greek Raspberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It is characterized by its reddish-brown stems, ovate leaves, and white flowers. It is usually found in moist woods, thickets, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus graecensis is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubus graecensis is a small white or pink flower, with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, dry drupe. The seedlings are small, with reddish stems and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus graecensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Rubus graecensis

Rubus graecensis is native to the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Middle East.

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-9607: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Huber (1931-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Huber' in the authors string.
Heinrich Maurer (1818-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maurer' in the authors string.