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Rubus laciniatus |
June: The blooming of the Cutleaf Blackberry continues.
Berries and leaves used in folk medicine for immunity boosting Berries traditionally harvested in summer for preservation and fresh use
Shrub with distinctive deeply lobed leaves Berries large, sweet with slight tartness
Grows in forests and shrubs, often in sunny spots Berries ripen from July to August, easy to pick by hand
Best to pick berries in dry weather to avoid mold Berries are large but delicate — handle carefully when packing
Berries suitable for fresh eating and jam making Best stored by freezing or drying
Berry: Large, dark purple, sweet with slight tartness
Leaves: Rarely used, occasionally for teas
Leaves: Rarely used, occasionally for teas
Rubus laciniatus Jam (Boiling)
Thick, aromatic jam
Thick, aromatic jam
1. Wash berries, mix with sugar (1:1).
2. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes.
3. Pour into jars and seal.
2. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes.
3. Pour into jars and seal.
Blackberry Compote (Boiling)
Light berry drink
Light berry drink
1. Pour berries with water, bring to boil.
2. Add sugar to taste, cook 10 minutes.
3. Cool and serve.
2. Add sugar to taste, cook 10 minutes.
3. Cool and serve.
Blackberry Smoothie (Blending)
Refreshing and vitamin-rich drink
Refreshing and vitamin-rich drink
1. Blend 1 cup berries, 1 banana, and 100 ml water.
2. Add honey or ice if desired.
3. Serve chilled.
2. Add honey or ice if desired.
3. Serve chilled.
Blackberry Leaf Tea (Infusion)
Toning drink
Toning drink
1. Pour 1 tbsp dried leaves with 250 ml boiling water.
2. Steep 10 minutes, strain.
3. Drink with or without honey.
2. Steep 10 minutes, strain.
3. Drink with or without honey.