Ribes setosum (R. oxyacanthoides ssp. setosum) “Gooseberry” Grossulariaceae
Lolo National Forest, Bitterroot Mountains, MT
April 18, 2015
Robert Niese
I was surprised to find this currant blooming on my hike this weekend. This individual must have been receiving direct sunlight for a good portion of the day to have bloomed so much sooner than all the others along our trail. Later in the summer these adorable flowers will become delicious, juicy black currants and will make an excellent trail-side treat!
Northwest Naturalist 