Ribes bracteosum Stink currant (Grossulariaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Ribes bracteosum
Stink currant
Deciduous shrub
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The Ribes bracteosum plant species is found in Southwestern N. America. It is a member of the Grossulariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Stink currant.

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Latin Name:  Ribes bracteosum
Common Name:  Stink currant
Family:  Grossulariaceae
Author:  Douglas. ex Hook.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Stream banks and moist woods, especially by seepages[60].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a moisture retentive but well-drained loamy soil of at least moderate quality[11, 200]. Requires a sunny position position[11]. Hardy to about -20°c[200]. Plants can harbour a stage of 'white pine blister rust', so they should not be grown in the vicinity of pine trees[155]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200]. The fruit is produced on long sprigs and is therefore easier to harvest[119]. It is being used in modern breeding programmes for blackcurrants[119].

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