Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericophyllus
ID:
1019391

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Müll. & Wirtg. ex Focke

Source:
rjp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Syn. Rub. Germ. : 240 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001018729

Common Names

  • Rubus sericophyllus
  • Silky-Leaved Blackberry
  • Silky-Leaved Dewberry

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Description

Rubus sericophyllus (also called Silky-Leaved Raspberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It is characterized by its reddish-brown stems, ovate leaves, and white flowers. It is usually found in moist woods, thickets, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Rubus sericophyllus is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rubus sericophyllus are white and 5-petalled. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubus sericophyllus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Rubus sericophyllus

Rubus sericophyllus is native to North America.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-9591: Based on the initial data import
Philipp Wilhelm Wirtgen (1806-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wirtg.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Olbers Focke (1834-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Focke' in the authors string.
Philippe-Jacques Müller (1832-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Müll.' in the authors string.