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buffalo currant

shrub
Also known as: Ribes odoratum
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The buffalo currant, scientifically known as Ribes odoratum, is an ornamental shrub native to the western United States. It is also referred to as the golden currant. This hardy shrub is recognized for its fragrant yellow flowers and produces black fruit. The name "buffalo currant" originates from its common location in buffalo country.12

The buffalo currant is a species within the Ribes genus, which includes various flowering shrubs known for their edible fruits. These berries are typically tart and are used in jams, jellies, or eaten fresh. Other species in the Ribes genus include the black currant (Ribes nigrum) and the Indian currant (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus).345

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