Pink-Flowering Currant, North American Red currant
Ribes sanguineum

Family: Grossulariaceae

What it is like

A deciduous shrub. It grows 2-3 m high and 2-3 m wide. The branches are red-brown. The leaves are dark green and have 3-5 lobes. They are downy underneath. The flowers are pink or bright red and occur in sprays. These hang down. The fruit are small and black. They have a white covering over them.

There are about 150 Ribes species.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It will grow in most soils. The soils need to be moist and it requires an open sunny position. It is resistant to frost but sensitive to drought. It suits hardiness zones 6-10. Tasmania Herbarium. Arboretum Tasmania.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, Britain, Canada, Europe, North America (country/location of origin), Slovenia, Tasmania, USA

How it is used for food

The fruit are usually eaten fresh. They are also stewed. They are also canned and stored for later use. They are sometimes dried and use to flavour soups.

It is a minor fruit.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed. It can be grown by cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Krvavordeče grozdičje

Synonyms

Calobotrya sanguinea (Pursh) Spach; Coreosma snaguinea (Pursh) Spach;