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Rubus invisus
Rubus invisus Upland dewberry.png
1913 illustration
Scientific classification
Genus:
Rubus
Species:
invisus
Synonyms
  • Rubus canadensis var. invisus L.H. Bailey 1891
  • Rubus fuscus Weihe
  • Rubus jactus L.H.Bailey
  • Rubus masseyi L.H.Bailey
  • Rubus macdanielsii L.H.Bailey
  • Rubus redundans L.H.Bailey
  • Rubus sanfordii L.H.Bailey
  • Rubus terraltanus L.H.Bailey
  • Rubus invisus (L.H.Bailey) L.H.Bailey

Rubus invisus is a type of plant called a dewberry. It is also known as the upland dewberry. Like other dewberries, it is a flowering plant. It belongs to the rose family, which means it is related to the blackberry. You can find this plant growing in the eastern and east-central parts of the United States.

What is the Upland Dewberry Like?

The upland dewberry (Rubus invisus) is a plant that grows close to the ground. It has stems that spread out along the surface. Its leaves are quite large. They also have very rough, jagged edges, like teeth.

The flowers and fruits of this plant grow on stems that are unusually long. The main stems, called canes, are short. They form thick, tangled mats. These mats can be up to about 45 centimeters (1.5 feet) thick.

Where Does the Upland Dewberry Grow?

The upland dewberry has been found in many states. These include Indiana, Kentucky, and Maryland. It also grows in Massachusetts, Missouri, and New Hampshire. Other states where it lives are New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee. You can also find it in Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia.

What Kind of Places Does it Like?

This plant usually grows in areas with rocky soil. It prefers places that have some shade. It can also grow in areas that get full shade.

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