Edible Sierra Nevada Plants
Dicotyledon Genera Descriptions
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Pyrolaceae - Wintergreen Family
Pipsissewa
Chimaphila menziesii, C. umbellata var. occidentalis
The roots and leaves can be boiled and the resulting liquid when cooled is a refreshing cold drink.
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