Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
1019341

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Aresch.

Source:
rjp

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Skånes Fl. , ed. 2: 570 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001018679

Common Names

  • Rubus insularis
  • Island Bramble
  • Island Blackberry

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Description

Rubus insularis (also called Island Bramble, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub with arching stems and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus insularis is used as an ornamental plant, and its fruits are edible and can be used in jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rubus insularis has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have thin, reddish stems and small, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus insularis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering.

Where to Find Rubus insularis

Rubus insularis can be found in Europe, particularly in the British Isles. It is typically found in woodland, scrub, and along roadsides.

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,

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