Scientific Name
Ribes odoratum
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Family Name
Grossulariaceae
Common Name
Buffalo current
Description
Ribes odoratum is a(n) shrub herbaceous, which grows 1m to 2m in height. This species is commonly found open hillsides, riverbanks, and thickets. The leaves are simple, alternate, 3-lobed. Ribes odoratum has yellow bright red flowers that bloom from April to May.
Additional notes: Branches arch with the younger ones light brown, older ones becoming dark brown. Leaves fascicled on side branches of older wood.
Horticulture Notes
Seed Collection: Collect seed in July when berries are mature
Germination: Stratification of fall sow
Vegetative Propagation:
Soils: Tolerates most soil types
Light: Full shade to partial shade
Water: Dry to moist