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(Rubus squarrosus)
Leafless Bush Lawyer (Rubus squarrosus)
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Photo by: Joe Potter Butler | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Joe Potter Butler | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-03-13T13:02:17-07:00 |
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Summary
Rubus squarrosus, commonly known as Leafless Bush Lawyer, is an evergreen shrub native to the forest margins and scrublands of New Zealand. It typically grows to a height of 1 foot (0.3 meters) and can spread up to 3 feet (0.9 meters) wide. The plant is characterized by its spiny stems and small, inconspicuous leaves that may be reduced to scales, giving the appearance of being leafless. During the summer, it produces small, yellow flowers that are followed by red or orange berries.
Leafless Bush Lawyer is valued for its unique appearance and its ability to form dense thickets, which can be used for low hedges or as a deterrent against foot traffic due to its spiny nature. It is also appreciated for its berries, which can attract birds and other wildlife to the garden. In cultivation, it requires full sun to partial shade and can adapt to a range of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While it is relatively low-maintenance, it may need occasional pruning to keep its growth in check and to remove any dead or damaged stems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Leafless Bush Lawyer is valued for its unique appearance and its ability to form dense thickets, which can be used for low hedges or as a deterrent against foot traffic due to its spiny nature. It is also appreciated for its berries, which can attract birds and other wildlife to the garden. In cultivation, it requires full sun to partial shade and can adapt to a range of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While it is relatively low-maintenance, it may need occasional pruning to keep its growth in check and to remove any dead or damaged stems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 4-6 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Forest margins and scrublands in New Zealand
Other Names
Common Names: Yellow-Prickled Lawyer
Scientific Names: , Rubus squarrosus, Rubus australis f. squarrosus, Rubus cissoides var. pauperatus,
GBIF Accepted Name: Rubus squarrosus Fritsch