Wild Currant
Scientific name: Antidesma erostre
Appearance
● The Wild Currant plant grows around 3 metres high and 2 metres wide.
● The berries will turn deep purple when delicious and ready to eat.
● They have dark green glossy leaves.
● The Wild Currant has a sprawling habit.
● This plant is beautiful when fruiting.
● In summer, this berry grows large, grape-like clusters that ripen unevenly.
Uses
● The berries can be made into sweet jelly or yummy syrup.
● The berries can also be used to make wine.
Location and climate
● Wild currant is a small tropical plant from the North Queensland
● You may also find it Papua New Guinea, Victoria, and South Australia.
Interesting facts
● The Wild Currant plant attracts birds as well as bees and insects.