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Ribes ussuriense Deciduous shrub (1 Page of 5) The Ribes ussuriense plant species is found in E. Asia - Korea, Manchuria. It is a member of the Grossulariaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Ribes ussuriense Family: Grossulariaceae Author: Jancz. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: Mature Width: Habitat: River banks[74].
Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a moisture retentive but well-drained loamy soil of at least moderate quality[11, 200]. Plants are quite tolerant of shade though do not fruit so well in such a 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].
Sometimes cultivated for its edible fruit, there are some named varieties[183]. This species is also used in blackcurrant breeding programmes[74].
The shoots are highly aromatic with a scent reminiscent of camphor[200].
Plants produce suckers[74, 200].
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