Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orbifrons
ID:
750775

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.Weber

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Florist. Kart. Sachsen-Anhalt 15: 12 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750108

Common Names

  • Rubus orbifrons
  • Orbifrons Blackberry
  • Orbifrons Raspberry

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Description

Rubus orbifrons (also called 'Orbifrons Blackberry', among many other common names) is a large, perennial shrub native to the western United States. It has thick, thorny stems and large, black, edible berries. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on hillsides or in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus orbifrons is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rubus orbifrons has small, white flowers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus orbifrons is a perennial shrub that is propagated through cuttings or layering. It prefers to grow in partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Rubus orbifrons

Rubus orbifrons can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida.

Rubus orbifrons FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rubus orbifrons?

Rubus orbifrons

What is the natural habitat of Rubus orbifrons?

It is native to China and Taiwan.

What is the flowering period of Rubus orbifrons?

It flowers in the summer.

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,