Umbilicaria muehlenbergii
(Ach.) Tick.
Rock tripe
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Description
A temperate lichen in the Umbilicariaceae family, commonly known as rock tripe.
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Edible Uses
It is added to fish soup where it acts as a thickening agent.
Traditional Uses
It is added to fish soup to thicken the soup.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Canada, North America,
Synonyms
Gyrophila muhlenbergii
References (1)
- www.lichen.com/usetype.html
