Southern dewberry - Rubus trivialis (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Southern dewberry

The southern dewberry is a delicious and edible fruit-bearing plant with dark blueberries that can appear black. The taste is sweet and can be used for jams or pies. The leaves, meanwhile, can be used to make tea. It is a special delicacy in the southern United States, where the Rubus trivialis originated.

Scientific classification

Species

Southern dewberry (Rubus trivialis)

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Weeds

Weed or not

Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub, Vine

Plant Type

Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer

Bloom Time

Spring

Harvest Time

Black, Red

Fruit Color

White

Flower Color

Red, Purple

Stem Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Spring, Summer

Growth Season

Rapid

Growth Rate

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Distribution of Southern dewberry

Distribution Map

The southern dewberry is native from Central and Southeastern USA to East Mexico, where it occurs in open woodlands, grasslands, deserts, and disturbed ecosystems. The plant is sometimes cultivated within its native area for its edible berries.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Stream banks, Roadsides, Thickets, Old fields, Dry sandy soils

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Culture

Symbolism

Remorse, envy

Interesting Facts

Southern dewberry grows wild in the southern areas of the United States. It grows in dense patches that can be difficult to walk through due to their thorny nature. However, its delicious fruit can be used anyway that a blackberry would be used. Southern dewberry can be cultivated in beds but needs little care.

Name Story

Southern dewberry: When you notice this plant, you might be amazed by its similar appearance to blackberry. Blackberry is a type of plant that is similar to the Rubus genus. However, this plant has more pricks compared to the blackberry plant. Since it is originated from the southeastern part of the United States. So, it is called Southern dewberry.

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Quickly Identify Southern dewberry

Trailing vines instead of upright growth, resembling a dewberry.

Compound leaves with serrated edges, dark green transitioning to reddish in winter.

Deep black fruits in clusters, up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.

White flowers with five petals, 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) in diameter.

Stems up to 15 feet (4.6 meters) long, with sharp bristles and prickles.

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Care Guide for Southern dewberry

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Southern dewberry is drought-tolerant and requires minimal moisture, needing watering once every three weeks. Thriving in temperate regions, it flourishes in well-draining soil that mirrors its natural wet and dry seasonal cycles.

Fertilize: Optimal care for southern dewberry involves spring fertilization with balanced nutrition, transitioning to high-nitrogen fertilizers during growth. Fertilize every 4-6 weeks, applying up to a quarter cup per plant. Adjust quantities seasonally and water after fertilization to enhance flowering, fruit yield, and overall health.

Pruning: Southern dewberry is a trailing shrub featuring compound leaves and white flowers. Prune in early spring to remove dead canes, thin overcrowded areas, and encourage bushiness. This annual pruning boosts fruit production and minimizes disease risk, fostering a healthier and more productive plant.

Propagation: Southern dewberry propagates most effectively through cuttings and layering during autumn and winter. This moderately difficult process thrives with attention to moisture and warmth, with successful growth marked by vigorous new shoots.

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Distribution of Southern dewberry

Culture

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