winter currant

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Noun winter currant has 1 sense

winter currant, Ribes sanguineum - a flowering shrub
--₁ is a kind of currant, currant bush
--₁ is a member of Ribes, genus Ribes

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Winter Currant

Description

Winter currant refers to a hardy deciduous shrub of the genus Ribes, native to parts of Asia and extensively cultivated for its edible fruits. It is especially valued for its ability to bear fruit during the winter months when most other fruits are scarce. The winter currant plant boasts clusters of small berries that range in color from deep black to bright red and can be used in various culinary preparations such as jams, sauces, and desserts.

Sample Sentences

The winter currant shrubs in my garden are providing a vibrant splash of color during this cold season.
I made a delicious winter currant pie using the fresh berries plucked from my backyard.
Many birds rely on the winter currant bush as a source of food when there is little else available.
During our winter hike, we came across a patch of wild winter currants growing by the riverbank.

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