Grossulariaceae Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum (Benth.) Loud.

Blood Currant

Mahuna - Food, Fruit

Use documented by:
Romero, John Bruno, 1954, The Botanical Lore of the California Indians, New York. Vantage Press, Inc., page 70

View all documented uses for Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum (Benth.) Loud.

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Scientific name: Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum (Benth.) Loud.
USDA symbol: RISAG (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Blood Currant
Family: Grossulariaceae
Family (APG): Grossulariaceae
Native American Tribe: Mahuna
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Fruit
Notes: Berries eaten mainly to quench the thirst.

RECRD: 46846 id: 33720

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