Can You Eat Spotted Wintergreen? A Guide to Edibility and Safety
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Historically known by Native Americans as "pipsisikweu" for its medicinal properties, Spotted Wintergreen ($Chimaphila$ $maculata$) has long been a subject of curiosity for foragers. This small evergreen perennial, with its distinct white-veined leaves, can be used for both flavoring and medicinal purposes if prepared correctly, but carries certain risks that demand careful consideration.
