Question: This is a blackberry. I'm trying to figure out if it's native or the invasive Himalayan blackberry. Thanks
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This is a blackberry. I'm trying to figure out if it's native or the invasive Himalayan blackberry. Thanks
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Dear llsrvd, to identify this as one of the introduced blackberries with confidence, I would need to see an image of the inflorescence (even a remnant one), as the array of flowers (or fruits) has a different branching pattern than our native species. The introduced blackberries you refer to also have very stout and somewhat flattened prickles. Our native species vary, and those that do have stout prickles are usually circular in cross-section (at least above the base). I hope this is helpful.
