Crinkled snow lichen
Flavocetraria nivalis
Family: Parmeliaceae
What it is like
A lichen.
Where it is found
It is an Arctic and cold temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Arctic, Asia, Europe, Finland, North America, Poland, Russia, Scandinavia
How it is used for food
The lichen is used for molasses and for soup.
Edible parts
Lichen
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Cetraria nivalis (L.) Ach.;