Rubus occidentalis
Rubus occidentalis black raspberry
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Black raspberry establishes easily and forms dense colonies. Both birds and mammals disseminate it. First-year's canes look different from older canes and have a waxy build-up on the surface.
Habitat & Range
Grows in forests, forests edges, roadsides, fields
Present throughout the state.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers from May through June.
Fruits in mid July.
Plant Codes
S-rank: No Rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Rubus occidentalis black raspberry
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Plant Summary
deciduous shrub
native, common
flower color: white
Common Names
black raspberry
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