Rubus ferrugineus is a Caribbean species of bramble in the rose family.
The species is a perennial shrub or small tree with stems up to 6 meters (20 feet) tall, with curved prickles. The stems are covered with wool and armed with curved prickles. The leaves are compound with 3 or 5 leaflets. The flowers are white, while the fruits are black and egg-shaped.Rydberg, Per Axel. 1913. North American Flora 22(5): 449-450Wikström, Johan Emanuel 1827. Kongliga Vetenskaps Academiens Handlingar
It has been found only on the island of Guadeloupe in the West Indies, part of the French Republic.
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