Cladonia Rangiferina

Scientific Name: Cladonia rangiferina

Symbol: CLRA4

Genus: Cladonia

Edible: unknown

Reindeer moss

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Scientific Name: Cladonia rangiferina

Common Name(s): Reindeer moss

Edible: yes

Medicinal: yes

Parts Used: root, stem, fruit, leaf

Logos 13 Aug, 2008	Description: Reindeer moss is a low-growing plant only a few centimeters tall. It does not flower but does produce bright red reproductive structures.
Current Rating: 0.0000

Logos 13 Aug, 2008	Habitat and Distribution: Look for this lichen in open, dry areas. It is very common in much of North America.
Current Rating: 0.0000

Logos 13 Aug, 2008	Edible Parts: The entire plant is edible but has a crunchy, brittle texture. Soak the plant in water with some wood ashes to remove the bitterness, then dry, crush, and add it to milk or to other food.
Current Rating: 0.0000

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