No, black currants (Ribes nigrum) do not have pits, but yes, they do have seeds.
Specifically, a pit is the central seed in an olive or peach. Black currants have seeds which -- just like apples -- are called exactly that. The words grain, kernel, nut, pit, and seed basically refer to the the parts or wholes of different seeds.
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No, black currants do not have pits. The tiny seeds in black currants are edible and soft, making them easy to ingest.
Plants of the genus Ribes produce currants.
No, currants grow on shrubs. They are small, deciduous shrubs that produce clusters of small, juicy berries.
There are over 100 pits at the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles. These pits contain tar and asphalt that have preserved numerous prehistoric fossils over thousands of years.
Olives are one example of something specific with pits in it. The pits are the hard seed found inside the olive fruit.
Yes, date pits contain compounds that can cause digestive issues if consumed in large quantities. It's best to avoid eating date pits to prevent any potential harm.