NATIVE RASPBERRY SMALL LEAF BRAMBLE Rubus parvifolius Seeds

Common names; Native Raspberry, Small leaved Bramble, Native Bramble, Pink flowered Native Raspberry, Small Leaf Bramble, Small Leaf Raspberry, Small leaf Bramble

Presence in Australia, predominantly east of the Hume Highway in higher rainfall areas This species has been identified in the following Australian states: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, Tas, SA

A scrambling shrub to about 1 m high, sometimes prostrate, prefers moist well drained soil and semi shade Very hardy and drought tolerant

Flowering: Red or pink flowers, Sep Feb

Red raspberry like fruit, mid Dec to mid Feb The berries contain high amounts of antioxidants

Excellent habitat Berries are food for native birds and plants are valuable cover for bandicoots

Attractive cover for rocks and walls, and can be trained as a climber

Bush Food: Berries are sweet and edible can be used for jams and pies

Bush Medicine: Leaves can make an astringent tea to treat diarrhoea

Germination: Germination usually occurs within 1 2 weeks
Use fresh seed Stratification 12 weeks recommended to improve germination rate