Ericaceae Ledum palustre ssp. decumbens (Ait.) Hult‚n

Marsh Labradortea

Eskimo, Arctic - Food, Beverage

Use documented by:
Porsild, A.E., 1953, Edible Plants of the Arctic, Arctic 6:15-34, page 31

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Scientific name: Ledum palustre ssp. decumbens (Ait.) Hult‚n
USDA symbol: LEPAD (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Marsh Labradortea
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Eskimo, Arctic
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Leaves dried and used as a substitute for tea.

RECRD: 60513 id: 19881

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