Dwarf Raspberry

Rubus acaulis

Physical Characteristics

Rubus acaulis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 1. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Northern N. America - Labrador to Alaska, south to Colorado and southern British Columbia.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[177, 257]. Richly flavoured, it is similar to R. arcticus but with smaller and more numerous drupelets[43].

Medicinal Uses

Astringent The leaves are astringent and have been used in the treatment of diarrhoea[257].

Known Hazards

None known