Rubus parviflorus
Common Name: Thimbleberry
Thimbleberry is a soft-stemmed, shrubby plant growing 3 to 6 feet tall, noted for its large, maple-like leaves and white, five-petaled flowers. Found in shaded woods and along forest edges, especially in the northeastern counties of Minnesota, it prefers moist, loamy soils. The red, raspberry-like fruits are edible and were historically used by Indigenous communities for both food and medicine. Its soft texture, lack of thorns, and ornamental appeal make it suitable for shaded native plantings and woodland gardens.
