Silver bramble
Rubus ludwigii
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 1-3 m tall. The stems are woody. There are prickles. The leaves are dark green and shiny above and silvery green underneath. The leaves are compound and 12 cm long with 5-7 leaflets. The flowers are white or pink. They occur in clusters. The fruit are dark purple with a white powder.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Lesotho, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The fruit is eaten raw. They are also used for jams, juices and desserts.
The fruit are enjoyed.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves - tea
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seed
Its other names
Local names
Imencemence, Itshalo, Monokotso-ai-oa-balisana