Rubus ursinus - California Blackberry (Plant) Non-Fiction northern High Sierra Nevada

northern High Sierra Nevada

Tolerates clay soils and garden conditions

returning with winter rains

•Meaning of its scientific name and name of the person that named it

gracillimum (golden currant)

Rubus ursinus - California Blackberry (Plant) Non-Fiction northern High Sierra NevadaA great barrier plant with thorny branches and edible blackberry like fruit. Good for wildlife and habitat gardens. Tolerates heavy soils. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Rubus ursinus Common Name California Blackberry Plant Type Vine Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months March, April, May, June, July Evergreen Deciduous Winter deciduous