Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
malvifolium
ID:
406018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pojarkova

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Trudy Prikl. Bot. 22(3): 352 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405350

Common Names

  • Mallow-leaved Currant
  • Mallow-leaved Gooseberry
  • Mallow-leaved Ribes

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Description

Ribes malvifolium (also called mallow-leaved currant, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) in height. It is native to North America and is found in moist forests, thickets, and rocky slopes. It has alternate, simple leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ribes malvifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ribes malvifolium has small, white flowers that are clustered in racemes. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ribes malvifolium is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate partial shade. It is best grown in a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ribes malvifolium

Ribes malvifolium can be found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams in North America.

Ribes malvifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ribes malvifolium?

Ribes malvifolium

What is the common name of Ribes malvifolium?

Mallow-leaved Currant

What is the natural habitat of Ribes malvifolium?

Moist woods, thickets, and streambanks

Species in the Ribes genus

Ribes varoi, Ribes aciculare, Ribes diacantha, Ribes costaricensis, Ribes cucullatum, Ribes anatolicum, Ribes armenum, Ribes alpinum, Ribes biebersteinii, Ribes brandegeei, Ribes atropurpureum, Ribes aureum, Ribes berisioides, Ribes pallidiflorum, Ribes pallidum, Ribes orientale, Ribes punctatum, Ribes dikuscha, Ribes polyanthes, Ribes petraeum, Ribes montigenum, Ribes multiflorum, Ribes nigrum, Ribes neglectum, Ribes turbinatum, Ribes tolimense, Ribes uva-crispa, Ribes trilobum, Ribes sardoum, Ribes sachalinense, Ribes rubrum, Ribes sinanense, Ribes sanguineum, Ribes spicatum, Ribes graveolens, Ribes hirtellum, Ribes fontinale, Ribes divaricatum, Ribes fontaneum, Ribes maximowiczianum, Ribes mediatum, Ribes melanthum, Ribes manshuricum, Ribes janczewskii, Ribes japonicum, Ribes khorasanicum, Ribes magellanicum, Ribes malvifolium, Ribes dombeyanum, Ribes amazonica,

Species in the Grossulariaceae family

Ribes varoi, Ribes aciculare, Ribes diacantha, Ribes costaricensis, Ribes cucullatum, Ribes anatolicum, Ribes armenum, Ribes alpinum, Ribes biebersteinii, Ribes brandegeei, Ribes atropurpureum, Ribes aureum, Ribes berisioides, Ribes pallidiflorum, Ribes pallidum, Ribes orientale, Ribes punctatum, Ribes dikuscha, Ribes polyanthes, Ribes petraeum, Ribes montigenum, Ribes multiflorum, Ribes nigrum, Ribes neglectum, Ribes turbinatum, Ribes tolimense, Ribes uva-crispa, Ribes trilobum, Ribes sardoum, Ribes sachalinense, Ribes rubrum, Ribes sinanense, Ribes sanguineum, Ribes spicatum, Ribes graveolens, Ribes hirtellum, Ribes fontinale, Ribes divaricatum, Ribes fontaneum, Ribes maximowiczianum, Ribes mediatum, Ribes melanthum, Ribes manshuricum, Ribes janczewskii, Ribes japonicum, Ribes khorasanicum, Ribes magellanicum, Ribes malvifolium, Ribes dombeyanum, Ribes amazonica,