Family: Rosaceae
Author: W.C.R.Watson
Bibliography: J. Bot. 75: 162 (1937)
Year: 1937
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Rubus
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe
Description
The Red-fruited bramble, scientifically known as Rubus scissus, is an intriguing member of the Rosaceae family. First documented by W.C.R. Watson in 1937, the plant appears in the 75th volume of the Journal of Botany on page 162. This particular bramble is predominantly observed throughout Europe, where it thrives in a variety of habitats.
Rubus scissus distinguishes itself with vibrant red fruits that contribute to its common name. These berries, aside from their visual appeal, play a significant role in the local ecosystem, providing food for various animals and insects. The plant itself exhibits typical bramble characteristics with thorny stems and compound leaves, which are hallmark features of many species within the Rosaceae family.
The Red-fruited bramble holds ecological significance as it supports biodiversity by offering shelter and sustenance to wildlife. Its propagation and growth patterns help stabilize soil and prevent erosion, contributing positively to the environment. For botanists and plant enthusiasts, Rubus scissus offers both a fascinating study due to its historical documentation and a compelling subject for ecological conservation efforts.
In understanding the distribution and characteristics of the Red-fruited bramble, one can appreciate the intricate balance within natural habitats and the essential role this plant plays.
Common Names
Deu: eingeschnittene brombeere
Eng: red-fruited bramble
Dan: syl-brombær
Swe: nålbjörnbär, nåltaggiga skogsbjörnbär
Nno: rukkebjørnebær
Nob: rynkebjørnebær
Nld: naaldroggebraam
En: Red-fruited Bramble
Da: Syl-brombær
Nl: Naaldroggebraam
Fr: Ronce
De: Eingeschnittene Brombeere
Nb: Rynkebjørnebær
Nn: Rukkebjørnebær
Sv: Nålbjörnbär, Nåltaggiga skogsbjörnbär
Synonyms
- Rubus suberectus var. polyacanthus (T.Marsson)
- Rubus nessensis subsp. scissoides (H.E.Weber)
- Rubus suberectus var. acicularis (F.Aresch.)
- Rubus fissus (Leight.)
- Rubus ochracanthus (H.E.Weber & Sennikov)
- Rubus fissus var. acicularis ((F.Aresch.) Gust.)
Distribution
- Austria (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belgium (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Ireland (native)
- Krym (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- Norway (native)
- Poland (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Ukraine (native)
Additional Images
Fruit
Taken Jul 27, 2022 by Bernadette Gaspardel (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 28, 2007 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 28, 2022 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Habit
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Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 28, 2022 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 5, 2022 by Delbecq Emeline (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 28, 2022 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Jun 7, 2022 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Jul 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2991652)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:740058-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Rubus scissus W.C.R.Watson)
Specifications
Growth
Ph maximum: 5.0
Ph minimum: 4.5
Light: 5
Atmospheric humidity: 6
Bloom months: [‘jun’]
Soil nutriments: 2
