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  • Thimbleberry (Rubus parviflorus)

Thimbleberry (Rubus parviflorus)

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Mature Height: 4'-10'
Moisture: Wet to moist
Exposure: Shade to full sun
  • Edible, thimble-looking red berries​  
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Distribution:
Thimbleberry can be found growing from Alaska to California and into northern Mexico as well as east to the Great Lakes states.
Growth Habit:
It is a low growing deciduous shrub that can be found scrambling close to the ground or growing erect from 1.5 feet to 8 feet tall. This large palmately-lobed leaved has twigs that are greenish and
finely hairy. The bark can appear grayish, becoming flaky with age. Flowers are a showy white or pink; in clusters of 2-7. The stems, or canes, typically live for 2 to 3 years.
Adaptability:
Thimbleberry can be found growing in a variety of conditions from moist to dry and wooded to open sites. It grows well on a variety of soil types and growth is rapid under favorable conditions.

Comments:
• Fruit is a "thimble-like" aggregate of numerous hairy, red or scarlet drupelets. These drupelets are nearly dry at maturity and fall apart readily when picked.
• Birds and bear take great advantage of the fruit during summer months.
• The red luscious looking berries are edible, but not as tasty as they may look.
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