Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
dugesii
ID:
1255505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 39: 78 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254843



Common Names

  • Ribes dugesii
  • Dugesii Ribes
  • Dugesii Fern


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Description

Ribes dugesii (also called Duges' Currant, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has leathery leaves and small, pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady soils and is often found in woodlands and moist prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Ribes dugesii is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ribes dugesii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ribes dugesii is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ribes dugesii

Ribes dugesii is native to Mexico and can be found growing in dry, tropical forests.

Ribes dugesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ribes dugesii?

Ribes dugesii

What is the common name of Ribes dugesii?

Duges' Currant

What is the natural habitat of Ribes dugesii?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands

Species in the Ribes genus

Ribes varoi, Ribes aciculare, Ribes diacantha, Ribes costaricensis, Ribes cucullatum, Ribes anatolicum, Ribes armenum, Ribes alpinum, Ribes biebersteinii, Ribes brandegeei, Ribes atropurpureum, Ribes aureum, Ribes berisioides, Ribes pallidiflorum, Ribes pallidum, Ribes orientale, Ribes punctatum, Ribes dikuscha, Ribes polyanthes, Ribes petraeum, Ribes montigenum, Ribes multiflorum, Ribes nigrum, Ribes neglectum, Ribes turbinatum, Ribes tolimense, Ribes uva-crispa, Ribes trilobum, Ribes sardoum, Ribes sachalinense, Ribes rubrum, Ribes sinanense, Ribes sanguineum, Ribes spicatum, Ribes graveolens, Ribes hirtellum, Ribes fontinale, Ribes divaricatum, Ribes fontaneum, Ribes maximowiczianum, Ribes mediatum, Ribes melanthum, Ribes manshuricum, Ribes janczewskii, Ribes japonicum, Ribes khorasanicum, Ribes magellanicum, Ribes malvifolium, Ribes dombeyanum, Ribes amazonica,

Species in the Grossulariaceae family

Ribes varoi, Ribes aciculare, Ribes diacantha, Ribes costaricensis, Ribes cucullatum, Ribes anatolicum, Ribes armenum, Ribes alpinum, Ribes biebersteinii, Ribes brandegeei, Ribes atropurpureum, Ribes aureum, Ribes berisioides, Ribes pallidiflorum, Ribes pallidum, Ribes orientale, Ribes punctatum, Ribes dikuscha, Ribes polyanthes, Ribes petraeum, Ribes montigenum, Ribes multiflorum, Ribes nigrum, Ribes neglectum, Ribes turbinatum, Ribes tolimense, Ribes uva-crispa, Ribes trilobum, Ribes sardoum, Ribes sachalinense, Ribes rubrum, Ribes sinanense, Ribes sanguineum, Ribes spicatum, Ribes graveolens, Ribes hirtellum, Ribes fontinale, Ribes divaricatum, Ribes fontaneum, Ribes maximowiczianum, Ribes mediatum, Ribes melanthum, Ribes manshuricum, Ribes janczewskii, Ribes japonicum, Ribes khorasanicum, Ribes magellanicum, Ribes malvifolium, Ribes dombeyanum, Ribes amazonica,

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