Jostaberry
Ribes nidigrolaria
Family: Grossulariaceae
What it is like
This is a hybrid between Black currant and Gooseberry. It does not have thorns. The ripe fruit are black.
There are about 150 Ribes species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Hobart Botanical gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Canada, Europe, Isle of Man, North America, Switzerland, Tasmania, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit can be eaten fresh or used for jellies.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
A hybrid