Lingonberry

Scientific Name of Plant
Vaccinium vitis-idaea

Description
Also called mountain cranberry.

Parts of Plant Used
The tart red berries are available fresh only in the regions where they're grown

Cultivation and Harvesting
This tiny Cowberry (a member of the Cranberry family) grows wild in the mountainous regions of Scandinavia, Russia, Canada and-in the United States-Maine

Uses and Properties
They can be purchased as sweet sauces or preserves, however, and make excellent accompaniments for pancakes, crepes, puddings, etc.

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