Blackberry and boysenberry are both fruits that belong to the same family, but they are not actually berries. They are often found in the Western part of the world and can be used to make jams.
Key Takeaways
- Blackberries have over 300 species and are shaped like a pine cone, while boysenberries are a crossbreed of blackberry, loganberry, and raspberry, and are round in shape.
- Boysenberries have smaller seeds compared to blackberries.
- Blackberries are black in color, while boysenberries are maroon.
Blackberries belong to the rosaceae family and can be commonly found in South America. They are perennial fruits, meaning they can be found all year round. Blackberries are ripe and ready to eat when their color turns completely black.
Boysenberries, on the other hand, are believed to be a crossbreed of a blackberry, a loganberry, and some type of raspberry. The name boysenberry was derived from a Californian farmer who first cultivated the plant. Boysenberries are shaped like tiny balls and are maroon in color.
Although it is not correct to call these fruits berries, they can still be made into delicious jams and preserves. Blackberry is a broader term, as it has over 300 subspecies, which includes boysenberry. The main differences between the two fruits are their shape, seed size, and color.
