Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
missouricus
ID:
1007656

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.H.Bailey

Source:
rjp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 2: 459 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001006994

Common Names

  • Missouri Blackberry
  • Missouri Dewberry
  • Missouri Bramble

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Description

Rubus missouricus (also called Missouri blackberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has white flowers and black, edible fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus missouricus is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and for ornamental purposes in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Rubus missouricus has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark and glossy. The seedlings are small and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus missouricus 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 have at least two sets of leaves. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Rubus missouricus

Rubus missouricus is native to the western United States and is typically found in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and trails.

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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