Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
magellanicum
ID:
406015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 2: 856 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405347



Common Names

  • Magellan Currant
  • Magellan Gooseberry
  • Magellan's Currant


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Description

Ribes magellanicum (also called Magellan currant, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) in height. It is native to South America and is found in moist forests, thickets, and rocky slopes. It has alternate, simple leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ribes magellanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ribes magellanicum sub. parviflorum (Phil.) Sparre in M.N.Correa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ribes magellanicum has small, white flowers that are clustered in racemes. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ribes magellanicum is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate partial shade. It is best grown in a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ribes magellanicum

Ribes magellanicum can be found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams in North America.

Ribes magellanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ribes magellanicum?

Ribes magellanicum

What is the common name of Ribes magellanicum?

Magellan's Currant

What is the natural habitat of Ribes magellanicum?

Moist woods, thickets, and streambanks

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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