Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scissus
ID:
985473

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.R.Watson

Source:
rjp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 162 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000984811

Common Names

  • Rubus
  • Scissus
  • Cutleaf Bramble

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Description

Rubus scissus (also called Cut-leaved Bramble, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub of the Rosaceae family. It has white flowers and black berries. It is native to Europe and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus scissus is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and edible fruits. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubus scissus is white or pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus scissus is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is hardy to USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, moist soils. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Rubus scissus

Rubus scissus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

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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