Grossulariaceae Ribes cereum Dougl.
Wax Currant
Thompson - Food, Fruit
Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 38
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Ribes cereum Dougl.
Scientific name: Ribes cereum Dougl.
USDA symbol: RICEC2 (
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Common names: Wax Currant
Family: Grossulariaceae
Family (APG): Grossulariaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Fruit
Notes: Insipid, bright orange-red fruits used for food.
RECRD: 46239 id: 33419