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The Appalachian Gooseberry (Ribes rotundifolium) is a shrub native to the eastern United States, specifically found in states such as Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee… Appalachian Gooseberry (Latin: Ribes rotundifolium) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Appalachian Gooseberry is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Appalachian Gooseberry is a member native to CNT, WDC, GEO, MRY, MAS, and NWJ. Appalachian Gooseberry thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Appalachian Gooseberry grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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