Stone bramble (Rubus saxatilis, Sp. Pl.: 494 (1753))

Family: Rosaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 494 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Rubus

Vegetable: False

Observations: Greenland, Europe to Russian Far East and W. Himalaya

Description

The Stone Bramble, scientifically known as Rubus saxatilis, is a fascinating plant belonging to the Rosaceae family. This resilient species has a wide geographic distribution, thriving in diverse habitats ranging from the frigid landscapes of Greenland to the temperate regions of Europe, extending all the way to the Russian Far East and the Western Himalayas.

First documented in 1753 in Carl Linnaeus’s seminal work “Species Plantarum,” the Stone Bramble has intrigued botanists and plant enthusiasts for centuries. Its ability to adapt to various climatic conditions makes it a subject of significant ecological interest.

Characteristically, Rubus saxatilis is noted for its cluster of small, yet vividly colored berries which provide a striking contrast against its lush, green foliage. The berries, typically red when ripe, are not only visually appealing but also serve as a food source for various wildlife species.

In addition to its ecological function, the Stone Bramble has found its place in traditional medicine and local folklore. Its uses vary among different cultures, from remedies for gastrointestinal ailments to natural dyes derived from its vibrant berries.

The robust nature of the Stone Bramble, coupled with its broad distribution, underscores its importance in various ecosystems. This hardy plant continues to be a significant topic of study for those interested in botany, ecology, and ethnobotany, providing valuable insights into the resilience and adaptability of plant species in diverse environmental conditions.

Common Names

Deu: felsen-himbeere, steinbeere, steinbeere, felsen-himbeere
Dan: fruebær
Eng: stone bramble, greenland thornless blackberry
Nor: klase-bær, squallerkaal, teje-bær, tæge bær
Fin: lillukka
Swe: lillukka, stenbär, jungfrubär
Fra: ronce des rochers
Nld: steenbraam
Nob: teiebær
Nno: tågebær
Sme: veaddemuorji, daivemuorji, lávžžámuorji, riebanmuorji
Cym: corfiaren, corfieri
En: Stone bramble, Greenland thornless blackberry, Roebuck-berry
Hy: Մոշենի քարոտ
Az: Daş-böyürtkən
Ba: Ҡыҙыл бөрлөгән
Be: Касцяніцы
Bg: Камениче
Ca: Esbarzer saxàtil
Zh: 石生悬钩子
Cv: Пĕрлĕхен
Hr: Kupina kamenjarka
Cs: Ostružiník skalní
Da: Fruebær
Nl: Steenbraam
Et: Lillakas
Fi: Lillukka, Euroopanlillukka
Fr: Ronce des rochers
Ka: Ხახამა
De: Steinbeere, Felsen-Himbeere, Stein-Brombeere, Steinbeere, Felsen-Himbeere, Felsenbrombeere, Steinbrombeerstrauch
Hu: Kövi szeder
Is: Hrútaberjalyng
It: More rosse, R. erbajolo, Rovo erbaiolo
Kk: Қойбүлдірген
Kv: Намыр, Нямыр
Lv: Klinšu kaulene
Lt: Paprastoji katuogė
Se: Veaddemuorji, Daivemuorji, Lávžžámuorji, Riebanmuorji
No: Teiebær, Klase-bær, Squallerkaal, Teje-bær, Tæge bær
Nb: Teiebær
Nn: Tågebær
Os: Сыхсы
Fa: تمشک سنگی
Pl: Malina kamionka
Ru: Костяника
Sk: Ostružina skalná
Es: Skalna robida, Zarza de piedra
Sv: Stenbär, Lillukka, Jungfrubär
Zh-tw: 石生懸鉤子
Tt: Бөрлегән
Zh-hant: 石生懸鉤子
Uk: Костяниця
Cy: Corfiaren, Corfieri

Synonyms

• Rubus americanus ((Michx. ex Pers.) Britton)
• Rubus clarkei (Hook.f.)
• Cylactis saxatilis ((L.) Á.Löve)
• Rubus saxatilis var. canadensis (Michx.)
• Rubus fragaria (F.W.Schmidt)
• Rubus saxatilis aculeatus (Kit. ex Gáyer)
• Rubus saxatilis var. elongatus (H.Post)
• Rubus saxatilis var. inermis (Wallr.)
• Rubus saxatilis var. spinulosus (Wallr.)
• Rubus saxatilis f. multiloba (Hiitonen)
• Rubus saxatilis var. americanus (Michx. ex Pers.)
• Rubus ruber (Gilib.)
• Selnorition saxatilis ((L.) Raf. ex B.D.Jacks.)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Altay (native)
• Amur (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• China North-Central (native)
• China Southeast (native)
• Chita (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Føroyar (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Greenland (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iceland (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Irkutsk (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Khabarovsk (native)
• Kirgizstan (native)
• Krasnoyarsk (native)
• Krym (native)
• Magadan (native)
• Manchuria (native)
• Mongolia (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• North European Russi (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Norway (native)
• Poland (native)
• Primorye (native)
• Romania (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Tuva (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• West Siberia (native)
• Yakutskiya (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)

Additional Images

Fruit

Taken Aug 26, 2021 by Peter Prokosch (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 31, 2021 by Sylvie de Paulis (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 30, 2020 by Alicia (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2019 by Pedrocchi César (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 26, 2018 by Marta Valencia (cc-by-sa)

Habit

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Taken Aug 10, 2021 by Francesco (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2019 by Pedrocchi César (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2018 by François Munoz (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Aug 16, 2022 by Brigitte Bogros (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2020 by joakim bergbom (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 5, 2021 by xavier font (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 26, 2019 by Patrick Jansen (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 24, 2021 by evpok (cc-by-sa)

Bark

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Taken May 12, 2022 by Lutz Levente (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 8, 2022 by Burg Garten (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 10, 2022 by Tim Vincent (cc-by-sa)

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Flower

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Taken Jun 26, 2019 by Patrick Jansen (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Jun 26, 2019 by Patrick Jansen (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Aug 15, 2019 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Aug 15, 2019 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 15, 1990 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2992808)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:739981-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Rubus saxatilis L.)

Specifications

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 5

Atmospheric humidity: 5

Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’]

Soil nutriments: 4