Blackberry: Quick Facts

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Clusters of blackberries (Rubus) at different stages of ripeness, including green, red, and fully ripe black fruit, hanging from leafy branches.

blackberry flowers

Blackberry (Rubus).

Close-up of assorted fresh berries arranged in rows, including strawberries with green stems, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.

Dispersal of several types of seeds.

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Chef tossing vegetables in a frying pan over a burner (skillet, food).

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