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Ribes luridum, commonly known as the Chinese red currant, is a deciduous shrub native to China South-Central, East Himalaya, and Nepal. Ribes luridum (Latin: Ribes luridum, family Ericaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Ribes luridum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Ribes luridum is a member of the Ericaceae family native to CHC, EHM, and NEP. Ribes luridum thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Ribes luridum grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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