Manna lichen
Aspicilia esculenta
Family: Megasporaceae
What it is like
A lichen.
Some people suggest this may have been the Biblical manna.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Algeria, Asia, Iran, Middle East, North Africa
How it is used for food
The lichen is ground and then mixed with meal to make bread. It is also fermented with honey.
Edible parts
Lichen
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Lecanora esculenta;