Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hostilis
ID:
992952

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Müll. & Wirtg. ex Focke

Source:
rjp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Exsicc. (Herb. Rub. Rhenan.) 1861: n.º 139 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000992290

Common Names

  • Rubus hostilis
  • Hostile Bramble
  • Hostile Blackberry

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Description

Rubus hostilis (also called Bristly 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 hostilis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in hedges and windbreaks, as it is a fast-growing shrub. The fruits of Rubus hostilis can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubus hostilis is a white or pinkish-white, 5-petaled, saucer-shaped flower. The seed is a dark brown, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus hostilis 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 6 inches long. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Rubus hostilis

Rubus hostilis is native to Europe and can be found in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Switzerland, and Ukraine.

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-21326: Based on the initial data import
Philipp Wilhelm Wirtgen (1806-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wirtg.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Olbers Focke (1834-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Focke' in the authors string.
Philippe-Jacques Müller (1832-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Müll.' in the authors string.