Rubus alaskensis
L. M. Bailey
Arctic blackberry, Alaska bramble
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Summary
Source: WikipediaRubus alaskensis, the Alaska blackberry, is a North American species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is native to Alaska and to western Canada (Yukon, Northwest Territory, British Columbia). The genetics of Rubus is extremely complex, so that it is difficult to decide on which groups should be recognized as species. There are many rare species with limited ranges such as this. Further study is suggested to clarify the taxonomy.
Description
A low-growing herb in the Rosaceae family with long hairs on the stems and large leaflets, found in cold temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a cold temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Alaska, Asia, Canada, China, North America, USA,
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
Walter Siegmund (talk)
Arctic blackberry
Rubus alaskensis
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Red Baneberry: Short herbaceous plant (no thorns), berries on thick red stems, each berry has a single seed, compound sharply-toothed leaves.
Arctic blackberry: Thorny woody canes (brambles), aggregate berry made of many drupelets, berries pull easily from receptacle.
Synonyms
References (1)
- Encyclopedia of Life.
