Categories: Rosaceae

Sow-teat blackberry (Rubus allegheniensis, Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 23: 153 (1896))

Family: Rosaceae

Author: Porter

Bibliography: Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 23: 153 (1896)

Year: 1896

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Rubus

Vegetable: False

Observations: E. Canada to NC. & E. U.S.A.

Description

The Sow-teat blackberry, scientifically known as Rubus allegheniensis, is a noteworthy member of the Rosaceae family. This plant was formally documented in 1896 by Porter, with his findings published in the Bulletin of the Torrey Botanical Club.

Rubus allegheniensis is recognized for its distinctive appearance and ecological importance. It thrives predominantly in the regions stretching from Eastern Canada to North Carolina and is widely observed across the Eastern United States. This perennial plant typically flourishes in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, fields, and disturbed areas, showcasing its adaptability and resilience.

The Sow-teat blackberry is characterized by its robust canes, which are often armed with formidable thorns. During its blooming period, it displays clusters of delicate white flowers that eventually give way to luscious blackberry fruit. These fruits are not only an essential food source for wildlife but have also been traditionally harvested by humans for various culinary uses.

Understanding the distribution and characteristics of Rubus allegheniensis is vital for those interested in botany, ecology, and conservation. Its presence supports local ecosystems by providing habitat and food for numerous animal species, thus underscoring its ecological significance.

Common Names

Eng: allegheny blackberry, sow-teat blackberry, highbush blackberry, common blackberry
Deu: allegheny-brombeere, alleghenybrombeere
Dan: allegheny-brombær
Pol: jeżyna alegańska
Nob: alleghenybjørnebær
Nno: alleghenybjørnebær
Swe: mustavatukka, sammetsbjörnbär
Fin: mustavatukka
Ces: ostružník alleghenský
Nld: kleine trosbraam
Fra: ronce des alléghanys, mûrier, ronce alléghanienne
En: Sow-teat blackberry, Allegheny blackberry, Highbush Blackberry, Common blackberry
Cs: Ostružiník alleghenský, Ostružník alleghenský
Da: Allegheny-brombær
Nl: Kleine trosbraam
Fi: Mustavatukka
Fr: Ronce des Alléghanys, Mûrier, Ronce alléghanienne
De: Alleghenybrombeere, Allegheny-Brombeere
Nb: Alleghenybjørnebær
Nn: Alleghenybjørnebær
Pl: Jeżyna alegańska
Sv: Sammetsbjörnbär, Mustavatukka

Synonyms

Rubus villosus var. engelmannii (Focke)
Rubus villosus var. sativus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus nigrobaccatus (Focke)
Rubus nigrobaccus var. albinus ((L.H.Bailey) L.H.Bailey)
Rubus rosa (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus concameratus (H.A.Davis & T.Davis)
Rubus sativus ((L.H.Bailey) Brainerd)
Rubus rappii (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus marilandicus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus glandicaulis var. neoscoticus (Fernald)
Rubus uber (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus fryei (H.A.Davis & T.Davis)
Rubus allegheniensis var. plausus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus nigrobaccus var. gravesii (Fernald)
Rubus gravesii ((Fernald) L.H.Bailey)
Rubus allegheniensis var. calycosus ((Fernald) Fernald)
Rubus saltuensis (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus allegheniensis f. rubrobaccus (L.P.Wolfe & Hodgdon)
Rubus allegheniensis var. albinus ((L.H.Bailey) L.H.Bailey)
Rubus allegheniensis var. populifolius (Fernald)
Rubus auroralis (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus allegheniensis var. neoscoticus ((Fernald) L.H.Bailey)
Rubus allegheniensis subvar. sativus ((L.H.Bailey) Farw.)
Rubus acadiensis (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus pugnax (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus virginianus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus par (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus glandicaulis (Blanch.)
Rubus nigrobaccus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus nuperus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus campestris (P.J.Müll.)
Rubus latens (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus longissimus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus fissidens (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus inclinis (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus separ (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus pennus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus tumularis (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus villosus var. albinus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus attractus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus campester (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus nigrobaccus var. calycosus (Fernald)
Rubus allegheniensis f. calycosus ((Fernald) Fernald)
Rubus allegheniensis f. pugnax ((L.H.Bailey) B.Boivin)
Rubus allegheniensis f. albinus ((L.H.Bailey) Fernald)
Rubus nigrobaccus var. sativus ((L.H.Bailey) L.H.Bailey)
Rubus vulpinus (Poir.)
Rubus allegheniensis var. gravesii ((Fernald) Fernald)
Rubus allegheniensis f. suffultus (Fernald)
Rubus montpelierensis (Blanch. ex L.H.Bailey)
Rubus allegheniensis var. nigrobaccus ((L.H.Bailey) Farw.)
Rubus paulus (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus villosus var. montanus (Porter)
Rubus irregularis (L.H.Bailey)
Rubus villosus var. villiger (Focke)