Description
Rubus nagasawanus (also called Nagasawa's blackberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to Japan. It is a deciduous shrub with a woody stem and thorns, and its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate-lanceolate. It is found in forests, thickets, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Rubus nagasawanus is used for making jams, jellies, and pies. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rubus nagasawanus are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, round drupe. The seedlings are small, with white hairs on the stem and leaves.