Ribes odoratum, syn. ribes aureum
Buffalo Currant
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Ribes odoratum, syn. ribes aureum.
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun
Usage properties
Fruit, Flowers, Condiment, Tea
Fragrant
Description
Fruits can be eaten raw or cooked. The quality can vary from plant to plant, but the best varieties are sweet and flavorful. The fruits ripen from the end of July until the beginning of autumn and can remain on the bush. They can also be dried for use in the winter. The fruits have a diameter of about 10 mm, although some selected varieties may be larger. The flowers can be eaten raw and have a sweet taste. The leaves can be used for making tea or as a flavoring in food.