Rubus rolfei
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Rubus rolfei, known as creeping raspberry, crinkle-leaf creeper,[1] or Taiwanese creeping bramble,[2] is a low-growing member of the genus Rubus and is related to the blackberry and raspberry. It is common in the horticultural trade.[3] The species is originally from Taiwan where it grows at high elevations.[2]
Description
Like other plants in this genus, creeping raspberries bear aggregate fruits. Each "fruit" is actually a cluster of small fruit-like parts (pistils) connected together into one mass.
Creeping raspberry fruits are similar in appearance to blackberries or red raspberries, but differ in that their color is yellow to orangish-red. The edible fruits follow white flowers which are borne in early summer.[4]
Uses
Plants are sometimes used to form a low growing, non-invasive, semi-evergreen to evergreen ground cover.[4][2] Cultivars such as 'Emerald Carpet' are common in the plant trade.[2]
Taxonomy
The names Rubus pentalobus, R. hayata-koidzumii and R. calycinoides are considered taxonomic synonyms of Rubus rolfei.[5] Rubus calycinoides, as described by Otto Kuntze, is a distinct species.
References
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- ↑ Oregon State University Department of Horticulture: Rubus calycinoides
- ↑ a b c d Perennial Ground Covers by David S. MacKenzie: Rubus calycinoides
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- ↑ a b Washington State University: Rubus calycinoides
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