
Rubus gratus

Rubus gratus is a species of bramble found across much of Northwest Europe.
Description.
"Rubus gratus" is an arching shrub, with a reddish purple, sharply angled stem. The stem has numerous prickles of varying sizes, most being between 4 and 7 mm in length. The leaves are composed of five yellowish green leaflets. Flowers are large (to 4cm in diameter), and pink.
Culinary use.
"Rubus gratus" has been described as having some of the choicest fruits – the blackberries – among "Rubus" species, particularly for cooked desserts.