Rubus moluccanus, the Molucca bramble or broad-leaf bramble, is a species of bramble.
Description It is scrambling shrub or climber. The leaves are simple with 3–5 lobes; they are long, wide, and the lower surface is tomentose.
The flowers are pinkish red or white. The red fruit is wide.PlantNET, Rubus moluccanus plant profile
Subtaxa The following varieties are accepted: Rubus moluccanus var. angulosus Rubus moluccanus var. discolor Rubus moluccanus var. moluccanus Rubus moluccanus var. neocaledonicus Rubus moluccanus var. obtusangulus
Distribution and habitat The species is native to moist eucalyptus forest and rainforest of eastern Australia, distributed from Queensland to Victoria, and to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, Malesia, Papuasia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu and the Caroline Islands.
Uses The fruit is edible without cooking, and is used commercially to a limited extent in jams and sauces. It is used in traditional health care practices.
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