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Search Term(s): Rubus phoenicolasius   (1 record found)

ROSACEAE
Rose Family
Rubus phoenicolasius  (wineberry)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Rubus: red, also the Latin name for Brambles; phoenicolasius: from the Greek phoinix or phoinikos, "purple, red, crimson," or possibly derived from phaneros, "evident, conspicuous, visible;" cola/colus: a suffix signifying "an inhabitant of or dweller in"
Native Plant
No
Life Form
Perennial Shrub
Phenology (Flowering Period)
May-June
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Early successional woodlands, canopy gaps in mature woodlands, suburban woodlots, thickets and edges
State Status
Non-native
Piedmont Status
Non-native
Coastal Plain Status
Non-native
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
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Invasive
Yes
Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
Asia
Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
Part used: Leaf. Used internally in tea or tincture form for diarrhea, as a uterine tonic during pregnancy to alleviate morning sickness, for uterine prolapse, urinary frequency, and bladder prolapse. Topically used as mouthwash for inflamed gums and throat, a compress for skin inflammations, wounds, ulcers, and hemorroids, and as an eyewash for conjuntivitis.
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
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