Dewberry
Rubus ithacanus

Family: Rosaceae

What it is like

A shrub. The stems are 3 m long. They are arching or trail along the ground. The canes are smooth with broad prickles. The leaves are compound with 3-5 leaflets arranged like fingers on a hand. There are sharp teeth along the edge. The fruit are round and turn black when ripe.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten fresh and also used for jams, sauces and wine.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Rubus densipubens L. H. Bailey; Rubus fandus L. H. Bailey; Rubus folioflorus L. H. Bailey; Rubus pohlii L. H. Bailey; Rubus satis L. H. Bailey;