The redcurrant or red currant (Ribes rubrum) is a member of the genus Ribes in the gooseberry family. It is native to western Europe. [2] [3] [4] The species is widely cultivated and has escaped into the wild in many regions. [5] [6]

2023年6月11日 · Red currants are fast-growing, hardy shrubs that produce tender, tart red berries in late June to mid-July, usually after their second year. With their upright growth habit and attractive, maple-like leaves, red currants are an excellent addition anywhere in your landscape.

2011年6月17日 · Red currants are a member of the genus Ribes, which belong to the family of Grossulariceae, and grows in the north temperate region. It is native to the region of Europe, Germany, France, Italy and Spain. It is a deciduous shrub which produces edible bright red berries. What are Red Currants?

2024年3月18日 · True currants are small berries that grow on shrubs and are more like gooseberries. Fresh black, red, pink, or white currants, as well as dried black currants, can be enjoyed in various ways. With a sweet and bright acidic berry flavor, currants are …

2023年3月7日 · Red currant is a small, tart berry high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It has many health benefits, including boosting your immune system, reducing inflammation, and lowering cholesterol levels. It can be used in various recipes, from jams and …

2023年11月28日 · Red currant, also known as Ribes rubrum, is a small, round, edible fruit that belongs to the Ribes genus in the Grossulariaceae family. Red currants are native to parts of Europe and Asia and have been cultivated for centuries for their tart and slightly sweet flavor.

2025年2月4日 · Red currants taste kind of like a blend of rhubarb and raspberry. So they’re not overly sweet or tart but perfectly balanced, fruity, and juicy. And they’re so lip-smackingly delicious, they can be used in anything from desserts to savory dishes and drinks.

2025年1月20日 · Currant bushes (Ribes) are thornless understory shrubs, growing in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. They can grow 3-6 feet wide and tall, and can range in color from red, white, pink, or black. There is even a clove currant (Ribes odoratum), which is very fragrant.

2017年6月7日 · Red Currants Facts The redcurrant (Ribes rubrum) is a member of the genus Ribes in the gooseberry family Grossulariaceae. The plant is native to parts of Western Europe (Belgium, France, Norway, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, northern Italy, northern Spain, Portugal, and Poland).

Currant berries are incredibly healthy and high in Vitamin C. They come in multiple varieties, too: choose from white or redcurrants, blackcurrants, and there’s even a pink currant. While European gardeners are familiar with blackcurrants and other currants, many North Americans have yet to discover the wonders of these berries. Why?