Tag: Comptonia peregrina

Sweetfern, a plant native to North America, was historically used by Indigenous communities for its medicinal properties and as a food source. Is sweetfern edible? This aromatic shrub, despite its deceptive name, is indeed safe to consume when properly identified and prepared.

Historically used by Native North American tribes, sweet fern tea offers a warm, spicy, and aromatic flavor profile alongside several traditional health benefits. So, what is sweet fern tea good for, and how can its traditional uses be applied today?