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False Solomon's Seal.

Authors :
Furlong, Marjorie
Pill, Virginia
Source :
Wild Edible Fruits & Berries; 1974, p8-8, 1p
Publication Year :
1974

Abstract

A chapter from the book "Wild Edible Fruits & Berries" is presented. It offers information on the wild berry plant Smilacina amplexicaulis or False Solomon's Seal. The berry plant belongs to the Lily family. It explains that the plant derived its name from the power of the fresh or dried roots to heal or seal a wound. The creamy star-like flowers blossom in a thick cluster at the end of the stem, during the months of May and June. It states that the berries can be consumed raw, or made into a jelly.

Subjects

Subjects :
SOLOMON'S seal
WILD foods

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9780879610326
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Wild Edible Fruits & Berries
Publication Type :
Book
Accession number :
54598543