Himalayan berry, Hybrid European blackberry, Hybrid blackberry

Rubus bifrons

Physical Characteristics

Rubus bifrons is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion). The plant is self-fertile. 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

Europe.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[105]. The fruit is up to 20mm long[274].The fruit is possibly eaten[177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known