Oregon Cut-Leaf Blackberry, Cutleaf blackberry

Rubus laciniatus

Physical Characteristics

Rubus laciniatus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion). 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

The origin of this plant is uncertain.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[3, 34, 101, 257]. Large sweet and juicy with a fine flavour[11, 183]. The fruit is about 20mm in diameter[200].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known