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Rubus nivalis
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Rubus nivalis, commonly known as snow raspberry, is a species of flowering plant in the rose family.[2] It is native to northwestern North America.
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Description
Rubus nivalis is a small, prickly shrub up to 15 centimetres (6 in) tall, with stems creeping along the ground. The leaves are evergreen, 6.5 cm (2+1⁄2 in) long,[3] either simple or with three lobes, rarely divided into three leaflets.[3]
Blooming from June to September, the flowers are pink or magenta, with five petals. The fruit is a red berry with 3–10 drupelets.[4]
Distribution and habitat
It is native to British Columbia, Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and far northern California.[5][6] It grows in shaded forests and moist soil.[4]
Uses
The berry is edible.[3]
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