Thornblight Bramble

Spooktober 2022, Prompt 07: Thorn

Thornblight Brambles are bushes known for their thorn-like protrusions. These thorns can grow to be over 5 centimeters in length. The thorns grow in a single direction only; they do not curve. The straightness and size of these thorns make them popular as darts both thrown and in blowguns.

Thornblight Brambles produce an edible aggregate fruit similar to that of a raspberry or blackberry. Although these fruits are not toxic, they have an extremely bitter, unpalatable flavor that deters most.

Thornblight Bramble by SimonMettler on Pixabay

Scientific Name

Rubus spina

An article for Spooktober 2022.