Bramble is the name of a group of low, woody shrubs or vines that belongs to the rose family. There are about 300 species. The stems are often prickly. Each of the leaves is divided to form separate blades, or leaflets. The attractive blossoms are white or rose-colored and grow in clusters. Often the berrylike fruits of these plants can be eaten. Blackberry and raspberry plants are types of brambles. See also Blackberry ; Dewberry ; Loganberry ; Raspberry ; Rose .
