This article is about Ribes nigrum, commonly termed Blackcurrant (Black currant).
Note that Redcurrant and Whitecurrant are a different species called Ribes rubrum, which is discussed in a separate article (See; Currants).
Uses
Can be made into alcoholic drinks, see: Household Cyclopedia, Wines and Ciders (1881)
Can be made into jelly.