Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mercicus
ID:
984683

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Bagnall

Source:
rjp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 30: 372 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000984021

Common Names

  • Rubus Mercicus
  • Merck's Bramble
  • Merck's Raspberry

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Description

Rubus mercicus (also called Mercian Bramble, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is native to the Balkans and is found in rocky slopes and dry meadows. It is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has white flowers and black fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus mercicus is a deciduous shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant. It has small white flowers that bloom in the summer and attract bees and butterflies. The plant is also used to treat digestive problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rubus mercicus are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus mercicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Rubus mercicus

Rubus mercicus can be found in the alpine regions of Europe, North Africa, and 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,