Rubus comprises shrubs that can be either deciduous or evergreen, frequently growing in a scrambling manner. These plants are characterized by their bristly or spiny stems, which support simple, lobed, palmate, or pinnate foliage. The flowers typically have five petals and are succeeded by juicy fruits, some of which are edible.

Rubus laciniatus 'Thornless Evergreen'

Rubus lambertianus

Rubus lambertianus var. glaber

Rubus lambertianus var. glandulosus

Rubus lasiocarpus

Rubus lasiocarpus var. pauciflorus

Rubus lasiostylus

Rubus lejeunii

Rubus lentiginosus

Rubus leucodermis

Rubus lineatus is a semi-evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. Its leaves are palmate, featuring five leaflets that are deeply veined and have a silvery underside. In autumn, the plant produces small yellow or red fruits, which develop after inconspicuous double white flowers. This species is characterized by its suckering growth habit.

Rubus lineatus

Rubus lineatus from Nepal

Rubus lineatus from Sumatra

Rubus lineatus from Vietnam

Rubus linkianus

Rubus liui

Rubus loropetalus

Rubus lowii

Rubus ludwigii

Rubus lusitanicus

Rubus macilentus

Rubus macroacanthos

Rubus macrophyllus

Rubus major

Rubus malvaceus

Rubus menkei

Rubus mercicus 'Dart's Low Grow'

Rubus mesogaeus

Rubus micranthus

Rubus microphyllus

Rubus microphyllus 'Variegatus' (v)

Rubus mirus

Rubus mitigatus

Rubus montanus

Rubus mougeotii

Rubus nemorosus

Rubus nemorosus var. glabratus

Rubus nepalensis is a low-growing, creeping relative of the raspberry, characterized by its thornless stems that typically reach a height of about 20 cm. In milder climates, the foliage can be semi-evergreen or fully evergreen. During late summer, the plant bears white flowers that develop into sweet orange-red berries.

Rubus nepalensis

Rubus nessensis

Rubus niveus is a resilient deciduous shrub featuring green leaves and pinkish-red blossoms that bloom from June to July. This plant produces soft, juicy berries that ripen to a red-black hue and offer a sweet taste. It is important to consume the fruit within 24 hours, as it has a short shelf life and deteriorates rapidly.

Rubus niveus

Rubus obcordatus

Rubus occidentalis

Rubus occidentalis 'Ebony'

Rubus occidentalis 'Haut'

Rubus occidentalis 'Jewel'

Rubus odoratus is a robust deciduous shrub that develops an upright thicket of stems. It features large, palmately lobed leaves and produces panicles of purplish-pink flowers beginning in early summer. The flowers are accompanied by aromatic, glandular sepals and are followed by red fruit.

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