Ribes nigrum L.
Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant is a deciduous shrub known for its edible berries. It grows to about 1.5 meters in height and width, with glossy black fruit that ripens in midsummer. The plant is native to temperate regions of central and northern Europe and northern Asia, preferring damp, fertile soils. It is hardy in winter but can be affected by cold weather during flowering. The berries are rich in vitamin C and polyphenols.
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Saxifragales
Grossulariaceae
Ribes
The berries, seeds, and leaves of blackcurrant contain polyphenol phytochemicals, including major anthocyanins like delphinidin-3-O-glucoside and cyanidin-3-O-rutinoside. These compounds are being investigated for their potential biological activities. The fruit is also rich in vitamin C and other nutrients like iron and manganese.
Blackcurrant berries are used to make jams, preserves, syrups, and are commercially grown for juice production. They can be eaten raw or cooked in sweet or savory dishes. The fruit is also used to make alcoholic beverages and dyes. Historically, decoctions of the leaves, bark, or roots were used as traditional remedies.
Spring
1.5 meters
Yellow glands on calyx with inconspicuous petals
Damp, fertile soils in temperate regions
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