Rubus roseus

Rubus roseus
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Embryophytes
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Rosales
Family: Rosaceae
Genus: Rubus
Species:
R. roseus
Binomial name
Rubus roseus

Rubus roseus (mora silvestre)[1] is a South American species of bramble.

Description

R. roseus is a low-arching and cluster-forming shrub up to 2 metres (6+1⁄2 feet) tall.

Distribution and habitat

The species is native to the high elevations of the Andes regions of South America.[2]

Uses

The fruits are edible and commonly used in drinks and dyes.

References

  1. ↑ John H. Wiersema, Blanca León (2016). World Economic Plants: A Standard Reference, Second Edition CRC Press; p. 599; ISBN 1466576812. Accessed 19 February 2019
  2. ↑ Rubus roseus - Poir. Plants For A Future; accessed 19 February 2019


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