Rubus discernendus
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Moscow State University (copyright is managed by Dr. Alexey P. Seregin)
Description
A blackberry species in the Rosaceae family, native to temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible and can be eaten fresh or used in culinary preparations.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Caucasus, Georgia,
Dangerous Lookalikes
This plant can be confused with the following toxic species. Always verify identification carefully before consuming any wild plant.
Red Baneberry
Actaea rubra
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Rubus discernendus
Rubus discernendus
Moscow State University (copyright is managed by Dr. Alexey P. Seregin)
Red Baneberry: Short herbaceous plant (no thorns), berries on thick red stems, each berry has a single seed, compound sharply-toothed leaves.
Rubus discernendus: Thorny woody canes (brambles), aggregate berry made of many drupelets, berries pull easily from receptacle.
References (1)
- Maghradze, D. et al, Minor and Underutilised Fruits in Georgia and Their Wild Relatives. ISHS
