The red grape variety originates from the Canary Islands(Spain). It is said to have been brought here by the Spanish as early as the 15th century. Synonyms are Almuñeco, Forastera Negra, Icod de Los Vinos, Listán Morado, Muneco Negro, Negra Común, Negra Gruesa, Negra Mulate, Negro Común, Negro Morcillo and Negro Muelle.

According to DNA analyses carried out in 2021, it originates from a presumably natural cross between the red Mollar Cano (Negramoll) x the white Palomino (Listán Blanco). However, this is based on only 20 DNA markers (see molecular genetics). It should not be confused with the varieties Listán Prieto (here Moscatel Negro) or Negramoll due to some of the same synonyms or morphological similarities.
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