Agraz
Rubus glaucus — Rosaceae
Italiano: Agraz / Mora andina
Description
Agraz (Rubus glaucus) belongs to the Rosaceae family and is native to SouthAmerica. It thrives in Andean cloud forest, paramo edges, 2000-3500m environments across regions including SouthAmerica. Botanically, Agraz is andean blackberry with distinctive white-bloomed canes and large sweet-tart dark berries. Major commercial and wild fruit.. The edible parts include Berries. With an edibility rating of 7/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during August, July, June, November, October and September. Nutritionally, Agraz stands out for its Vitamin C (45.0mg, 50% DV), Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 5.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, Agraz offers a Sweet-tart, intense blackberry, slightly winey flavor profile. Pick when dark and soft; wash; use fresh or process. Common culinary applications include Fresh eating, Jams, Wines, Juice, Sauces. Popular preparations include Cook berries with sugar for jam; or ferment into wine. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: Thorny canes; wear gloves when harvesting. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.
🌿 Foraging Tips
🍳 Recipe: Cook berries with sugar for jam; or ferment into wine
This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.
Edibility
Harvest Calendar
Nutrition (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: Fresh eating, Jams, Wines, Juice, Sauces Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts
Recipes
- Cook berries with sugar for jam; or ferment into wine
