Cladina stellaris
(Opiz) Brodoj
Star reindeer lichen
Cladoniaceae Edible: Mushroom, Fungus, Lichen
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Description
Cladina stellaris, known as star reindeer lichen, is a lichen in the family Cladoniaceae found in cold temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The lichen is edible and was traditionally used to make molasses.
Traditional Uses
A molasses was made from the lichen.
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Medicinal Uses
A molasses was made from the lichen for traditional use.
Distribution
It is a cold temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Arctic, Canada, North America, Russia,
References (2)
- Boa, E. R., 2004, Wild edible fungi and their importance to people. FAO Non Wood Forest Products Booklet 17
- www.lichen.com/usetype.html
