Other common names:
Red Raspberry Other scientific names: Rubus carolinianus, Rubus idaeus, Rubus melanolasius, Rubus neglectus, Rubus strigosus French names:
Ronce du Mont Ida Family: Rose Family (Rosaceae) Group: Raspberries/Blackberries Distinctive features: Shrub Similar species: Black Raspberry (Rubus occidentalis) - Stems have far fewer prickles and are very glaucous. Flowers: Summer; White; 5 parts (petals) Leaves: Alternate, Toothed Edible:
The fruits are delicious.
Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 232 Shrubs of Ontario: 241 Native/Non-native:
Native For more information visit: Ontario Trees and Shrubs Photographs:
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