Taxonomy
Ribes rubrum | Red Currant | Cuirín dearg
Distribution
Status
Conservation status
Not protected
Native status
Neophyte
Species Biology
Habitat
Hedges and waste ground near houeses
Life cycle
Perennial
Ex-situ conservation
Not known
Use
Food crop
Vegetative nature
Woody
Distribution
World distribution(GBIF)
Temporal change
Records submitted to Data Centre in 2024
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Further information
A native to parts of western Europe but a widespread garden escape in Ireland. Used in desserts, drinks and for garnishes.