Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
grande
ID:
1259115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 8: 339 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258453



Common Names

  • Grande Currant
  • Ribes Grande
  • Large Currant


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Description

Ribes grande (also called giant currant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Amazon basin in South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests, and is adapted to a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Ribes grande is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ribes grande has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white or greenish-white. The flowers are followed by small, round, red berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ribes grande is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ribes grande

Ribes grande can be found in the western United States, from California to British Columbia.

Ribes grande FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ribes grande?

Ribes grande

What is the common name of Ribes grande?

Skunk Currant

What is the natural habitat of Ribes grande?

It is found in moist, shady areas

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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