Mountain mahogany
Cercocarpus ledifolius
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A shrub.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
North America, USA
How it is used for food
The bark is used to add flavour to Mormon tea. The wood can be used in smoking ham to add flavour and aroma.
Edible parts
Bark - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Tuupi