Kingdom Plantae Family Rosaceae Rank Species | Order Rosales Genus Rubus | |
Rubus ferrugineus is a Caribbean species of brambles in the rose family. It has been found only on the Island of Guadeloupe in the West Indies, part of the French Republic.
Rubus ferrugineus is a perennial shrub or small tree with stems up to 6 meters (20 feet) tall, with curved prickles. Stems are covered with wool and armed with curved prickles. Leaves are compound with 3 or 5 leaflets. Flowers are white. Fruits are black and egg-shaped.
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