Chaparral current
Ribes malvaceum
Family: Grossulariaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 2 m tall. It does not have thorns. The leaves have soft grey hairs underneath. The leaves are 5 cm across and have 3 lobes. They are dull green. The flowers are pink or purple in hanging groups. The fruit are purple to black and sticky.
Where it is found
It is a warm temperate plant. It grows in mountain slopes and hillsides.
Countries/locations it is found in
Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit