White currant

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White currant

White currant (Ribes rubrum) is a variety of the red currant (Ribes rubrum), a species of flowering plant in the family Grossulariaceae, native to Europe. It is a deciduous shrub growing to 1 m (3 ft) tall and broad, with palmate leaves, and masses of spherical, edible fruit (berries) in summer. The fruit is a rich source of vitamins C and B, and a good source of dietary fiber.

Pronunciation

White currant: /ˈwaɪt ˈkʌrənt/

Etymology

The term "currant" has been used since the 14th century and comes from the Anglo-French phrase "raisins de Corauntz" (Corinth grapes), which later became "currant". The "white" in white currant refers to the color of the berries.

Related terms

  • Red currant: A related species of the white currant, also belonging to the Ribes genus.
  • Black currant: Another species in the Ribes genus, known for its darker, almost black berries.
  • Grossulariaceae: The family to which the white currant belongs.
  • Berry: A small, pulpy, and often edible fruit. White currants are classified as berries.
  • Vitamin C: An essential nutrient found in high quantities in white currants.
  • Vitamin B: A group of vitamins that are found in white currants.
  • Dietary fiber: A type of carbohydrate that is found in white currants.

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