Pruinose bramble (Rubus pruinosus, Ruborum Suec.: 15 (1839))

Family: Rosaceae

Author: Arrh.

Bibliography: Ruborum Suec.: 15 (1839)

Year: 1839

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Rubus

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe

Description

The Pruinose Bramble, scientifically recognized as Rubus pruinosus, is an intriguing member of the Rosaceae family. This particular species has piqued the interest of botanists and plant enthusiasts alike due to its distinctive characteristics and its geographical distribution primarily across Europe.

First documented by Arrh. in 1839 within the publication “Ruborum Suec.: 15,” the Pruinose Bramble has since been subject to extensive study. The term “pruinose” refers to the plant’s unique, frost-like coating, which gives its foliage and stems an ethereal, frosted appearance, enhancing its visual appeal and distinguishing it from other members of the Rubus genus.

As a member of the Rosaceae family, the Pruinose Bramble shares many commonalities with its relatives, including its propensity for producing berry-like fruits, which, although variable in size and flavor, contribute significantly to the biodiversity and ecological dynamics of their habitats. The bramble’s fruits are not merely ornamental; they serve as a vital food source for a variety of wildlife, thus playing a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems across Europe.

The Pruinose Bramble thrives in a variety of settings, often favoring the temperate climates found throughout its native range in Europe. It can often be found in woodlands, hedgerows, and other semi-wild areas where it forms dense thickets. These growth patterns not only support the plant’s survival and proliferation but also provide shelter and foraging opportunities for numerous bird species and small mammals.

Despite its robust and somewhat aggressive growth habit, the Pruinose Bramble holds significant botanical and ecological value. Its capacity to rapidly colonize and stabilize disturbed soils makes it an asset in erosion control and land rehabilitation projects. Moreover, ongoing observations and studies of Rubus pruinosus contribute valuable insights into the adaptive strategies and evolutionary processes of bramble species within the Rosaceae family.

In conclusion, Rubus pruinosus, the Pruinose Bramble, stands out as a remarkable plant with a rich history and substantial ecological importance. Its unique characteristics, adaptability, and the role it plays in its natural habitat underscore the significance of continued research and conservation efforts dedicated to this and other similar species within the diverse and widespread Rubus genus.

Common Names

Deu: bereifte haselblatt-brombeere, bereifte haselblattbrombeere
Dan: bølgebladet hasselbrombær
Eng: pruinose bramble
Nob: doggbjørnebær
Nno: doggbjørnebær
Swe: hallonbjörnbär, lehtovatukka
Fin: lehtovatukka
Nld: ronde purperbraam
En: Pruinose Bramble
Da: Bølgebladet hasselbrombær
Nl: Ronde purperbraam
Fi: Lehtovatukka
Fr: Ronce à feuilles de noisetier
De: Bereifte Haselblatt-Brombeere, Bereifte Haselblattbrombeere, Haselblattbrombeere
Nb: Doggbjørnebær
Nn: Doggbjørnebær
Sv: Hallonbjörnbär, Lehtovatukka

Synonyms

• Rubus sublustris (Lees)
• Rubus milliformis warmingii ((Jensen ex Neuman) Frid.)
• Rubus pruinosus subsp. warmingii ((Jensen ex Neuman) Focke)
• Rubus milliformis f. heteracanthus (Frid.)
• Rubus pruinosus f. subgothicus (Frid. & Gelert)
• Rubus milliformis f. glaber (Frid. & Gelert)
• Rubus pruinosus var. warmingii ((Jensen ex Neuman) Gust. ex Å.Gust.)
• Rubus warmingii f. glaber ((Frid. & Gelert) Erichsen)
• Rubus warmingii var. glaber ((Frid. & Gelert) H.E.Weber)
• Rubus warmingii (Jensen ex Neuman)
• Rubus pruinosus f. heteracanthus ((Frid.) H.E.Weber)
• Rubus pruinosus var. angiocarpus (F.Aresch.)
• Rubus pruinosus var. aciculatus (Neuman)
• Rubus trominsularis (E.H.L.Krause)
• Rubus pruinosus f. warmingii ((Jensen ex Neuman) H.E.Weber)
• Rubus wahlbergii var. pruinosus ((Arrh.) Westerl.)
• Rubus wahlbergii var. trominsularis ((E.H.L.Krause) Gust.)
• Rubus corylifolius subsp. warmingii ((Jensen ex Neuman) Nyman)
• Rubus pruinosus subsp. eupruinosus (Focke)
• Rubus undulatus (Jensen ex Lange & H.Mort.)
• Rubus pruinosus var. opimus (Lund)
• Rubus pruinosus var. salsus (F.Aresch.)
• Rubus fruticosus var. sublustris ((Lees) Syme)
• Rubus pruinosus var. prostratus (F.Aresch.)
• Rubus pruinosus var. silvestris (F.Aresch.)
• Rubus pruinosus var. silvaticus (Gust.)
• Rubus corylifolius var. pruinosus ((Arrh.) Lange)
• Rubus pruinosus var. suberectus (F.Aresch.)
• Rubus corylifolius f. prostratus (F.Aresch.)
• Rubus corylifolius var. sublustris ((Lees) Leight.)
• Rubus corylifolius subsp. pruinosus ((Arrh.) Nyman)

Distribution

• Austria (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• Norway (native)
• Sweden (native)

Additional Images

Flower

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Fruit

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Leaf

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Habit

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Bark

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Other

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Taken Aug 15, 2009 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2988972)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:739373-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Rubus pruinosus Arrh.)

Specifications

Growth