Lichen, Puffed shield lichen
Hypogymnia physodes

Family: Parmeliaceae

What it is like

A lichen.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows on spruce tree.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Canada, India, North America, USA

How it is used for food

The plant is cooked into a soup. It has a pleasant flavour.

Edible parts

Lichen

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Parmelia physodes Ach. and many others