Discovering Wild Plants: Alaska, Western Canada, the NorthwestMore than 130 plants (including trees, roots, wildflowers, herbs, seaweed, and mushrooms) from Alaska, Yukon Territory, through western Canada, to Washington, Oregon and northern California are profiled. Information provided includes precise botanical identification, history (New and Old World folk uses), harvest and habitat information, and recipes. |
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PREFACE | 1 |
vegetation or bog plants? Buckbean | 8 |
and may require checking both habitat sections Cranberry | 16 |
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Discovering Wild Plants: Alaska, Western Canada, the Northwest Janice J. Schofield,Janice Schofield Eaton No preview available - 1990 |
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