Winter Lichen
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About
- Common Names
- Winter Lichen, Umelheibt Geip (Waejir)
- Classification
- Lichen
- Description
- A pale blue-white lichen found on hardwood trees in more northern climes. The spread of this plant almost resembles hoarfrost on the host trees. Produces small red fruit-buds.
Ecology
- Rarity
- Common
- Distribution
- Northern climates with hardwood trees.
- Life Cycle
Related Species
Uses
- Cultivation
- Culinary
- Medicinal
- The ground plant makes an excellent anthelmintic enema. The web-like fronds if soaked in warm water, show demulcent qualities, and the small red fruit-buds are a salty spice. The whole plant if eaten raw will cause perspiration.
- Other
History
- Cultural
- Religious
