Description
Rubus yuliensis (also called Yulien blackberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to China. 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 yuliensis 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 yuliensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rubus yuliensis is a deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in early summer or from seed sown in autumn. It is also possible to propagate from root cuttings taken in late winter.
Where to Find Rubus yuliensis
Rubus yuliensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Shaanxi, Gansu, and Sichuan.