Ericaceae Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.

Lingonberry

Eskimo, Arctic - Food, Beverage

Use documented by:
Porsild, A.E., 1953, Edible Plants of the Arctic, Arctic 6:15-34, page 22

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Scientific name: Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.
USDA symbol: VAVIM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Lingonberry
Family: Ericaceae
Family (APG): Ericaceae
Native American Tribe: Eskimo, Arctic
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Juice diluted and sweetened to make a refreshing beverage.

RECRD: 60481 id: 42438

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