Black Currant
Fruit, Uses, Blister Rust, & Facts
black currant, (Ribes nigrum), also spelled blackcurrant, also called cassis, species of currant in the family Grossulariaceae grown for its edible berries. Native to temperate areas of northern Eurasia, the plant is widely cultivated in Europe and other areas with suitable climates. The tart fruits are very high in vitamin C and can be eaten fresh or used to make syrups, jams, or juices.
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