Botanical Name: Rubus fruticosus

Botanical Description: Blackberry is a perennial shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family, native to Europe and North America.

Cosmetic Benefits: Buriti oil is rich in carotenoids, tocopherols, and fatty acids, which help nourish and protect the skin from environmental damage. It has moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties, making it beneficial for dry, sensitive, or sun-damaged skin.

Scientific Overview: Blackberries are known for their sweet, juicy fruits, which are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Cultivation and Harvest: Blackberry bushes grow wild in many regions and are also cultivated for their fruits. The berries are harvested when fully ripe, typically in the summer months.

Plant Morphology: Blackberry bushes have thorny stems and compound leaves with serrated edges. The fruits are small, dark purple or black berries that grow in clusters.