Andes blackberry
Rubus roseus
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A creeping shrub.
There are about 250 Rubus species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. In the Andes it grows between 2,800-3,800 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Andes, Asia, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Europe, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw. They are also made into jams, jellies, preserves, wines and drinks.
They are sold in local markets. It is a cultivated plant.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Amoreira, Mora silvestre, Mora de Rocoto