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Cutleaf Blackberry

Rubus laciniatus

The Cutleaf Blackberry is a fun plant that grows tasty blackberries! Its leaves are shaped like little fingers, making it easy to spot in gardens and wild areas.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Cutleaf Blackberry has distinctive deeply cut, fern-like green leaves along thorny, arching stems. Its small white to pale pink flowers develop into shiny black, juicy berries. Its unique foliage helps distinguish it from other blackberries.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusRubus
Cutleaf Blackberry
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Cutleaf Blackberry

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

Snaps

1

Interesting facts

It often acts like a climbing vine, scrambling over other plants for vital sunshine!

Its super-serrated leaves are why its scientific name, laciniatus, means 'slashed'!

These sweet and tart berries are perfect for making delicious pies, jams, and even wine!

Though tasty, its dense, thorny thickets provide amazing hiding spots for small animals!

Special abilities

Ability

Thorn Armor

Cutleaf Blackberry has sharp thorns that protect its tasty berries and stems from hungry animals.

Ability

Leaf Labyrinth

Its deeply cut, fern-like leaves maximize sunlight capture, helping it grow strong and fast.

Ability

Runner Roots

This plant can spread quickly underground with special roots, making new plants pop up everywhere!

Measurements & details

Height
100-300 cm
Spread
100-200 cm
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Bloom Season
Late spring to early summer
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Cutleaf Blackberry BushLacinated Blackberry

Collections

Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Be careful of thorns when picking blackberries, and always wash the berries before eating them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Cutleaf Blackberry?

Compare how the fruit is clustered, the leaves and their arrangement, the stems and any thorns. Red, blue and black fruits grow on lots of unrelated plants, and the same color can show up on both edible and poisonous species. Berry Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details.

How tall is Cutleaf Blackberry?

100-300 cm

How wide does Cutleaf Blackberry spread?

100-200 cm

How big are the flowers on Cutleaf Blackberry?

1-2 cm

When does Cutleaf Blackberry bloom?

Late spring to early summer

Is Cutleaf Blackberry edible?

Yes

Is Cutleaf Blackberry toxic?

None

What is Cutleaf Blackberry's lifecycle?

Perennial

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