Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
erectum
ID:
1231955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freire-Fierro

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 8(4): 354. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231293



Common Names

  • Erectum Ribes
  • Erectum
  • Ribes Erectum


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Description

Ribes erectum (also called erect currant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Grossulariaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ribes erectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has edible fruits which can be used to make jams, jellies, and pies. It is also used to make wine and as a medicinal plant for treating colds and flu.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ribes erectum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ribes erectum is a temperate shrub that can be propagated by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a cool, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a cool, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ribes erectum

Ribes erectum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, including the British Isles, Scandinavia, and Russia.

Ribes erectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ribes erectum?

Ribes erectum

What type of plant is Ribes erectum?

A type of shrub

Where is Ribes erectum found?

It is found in North America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50066410: Based on the initial data import
Alina Freire-Fierro (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freire-Fierro' in the authors string.