Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
1259080

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coville & Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 8: 297 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258418



Common Names

  • Nelson's Currant
  • Nelsonii Currant
  • Ribes Nelsonii


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Description

Ribes nelsonii (also called Nelson's 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 nelsonii 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 nelsonii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ribes nelsonii is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer, while seeds should be sown in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Ribes nelsonii

Ribes nelsonii is native to Central and South America, as well as parts of the Caribbean.

Ribes nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ribes nelsonii?

Ribes nelsonii

What is the common name of Ribes nelsonii?

Nelson's Currant

What type of plant is Ribes nelsonii?

A shrub

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-50187747: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Frederick Vernon Coville (1867-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coville' in the authors string.