Rubus chamaemorus

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Rubus chamaemorus

Also known as: Cloudberry

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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer, Soil

Format: Smal

Height: 0.30 m

Width: 1.00 m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: Evergreen

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 2-4

Soil Moisture:
Moist, Wet

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral

Light:
Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Flowers, Fruit, Tea

Edibility:
(4)

Medicinal:
(1)

Features:
Dye

Description

Cranberries are small, sour fruit that can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have a delicious flavor that is similar to baked apples. The fruit is often used in jams, pies, and other dishes due to its sour taste. Cranberries are a good source of vitamin C. The flowers of cranberries can be eaten raw. The fresh or dried leaves of this plant can be used as an alternative for tea.

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Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Amelanchier alnifolia Serviceberry	Amelanchier can help to improve soil fertility for Rubus chamaemorus through nitrogen fixation and also provides a habitat for beneficial insects.
Vaccinium corymbosum Northern blueberry	The presence of Vaccinium corymbosum can enhance pollinator activity, thereby improving berry yield of Rubus chamaemorus.
Ribes sanguineum Flowering Currant, Blood currant	Ribes sanguineum can provide ground cover and help retain soil moisture, benefiting Rubus chamaemorus.
Prunus persica Peach	Prunus persica can offer shade and protection from strong winds, aiding in the growth of Rubus chamaemorus.
Corylus avellana Hazel	Corylus avellana provides nuts that attract wildlife, which can help with the pollination of Rubus chamaemorus.
Pontederia cordata Pickerel Weed	Caltha palustris helps in signaling moisture levels in the soil and can improve the growing conditions for Rubus chamaemorus.