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Ribes nigrum L.

blackcurrant (Grossulariaceae)

 SpreadBias within British IslesDirection of bias
Very widespreadNegligible tendencySE
Plant Atlas 2020
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Ribes nigrum has sessile glands on its leaves that release a characteristic smell when bruised.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2016-05-03

 blackcurrant / Ribes nigrum: _Ribes nigrum_ has sessile glands on its leaves that release a characteristic smell when bruised.

Ribes nigrum is widely grown for its small black berries.

West Leake (VC56: Nottinghamshire); 2010-09-05

 blackcurrant / Ribes nigrum: _Ribes nigrum_ is widely grown for its small black berries.

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