Rubus australis (Rosaceae) Evergreen climber

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Rubus australis
Evergreen climber
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The Rubus australis plant species is found in New Zealand. It is a member of the Rosaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Rubus australis
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  Forst. f.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Forest fringes[128]. When growing in an open sunny position it forms a flowerless and leafless plant[128].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a good well-drained loamy soil in sun or semi-shade[1, 11, 200]. This species is not very hardy in Britain but it tolerates light frosts and succeeds outdoors in the mildest parts of the country[11, 166]. The flowers have a sweet perfume[245]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200].

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