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Let's list some edible polar and northern plants.

In addition to the hardy polar plants, many of those species that usually grow only in the temperate zone are found in the northern latitudes in summer.

1. Red spruce

Grows in dry regions of northern Eurasia. The height of the tree reaches 23 m. The fleecy branches are dotted with dark or yellow-green needles. The bark of the tree is rough and dark. The fruits are cones hanging down. Young shoots are eaten raw or boiled. Pine needles can be infused to obtain decoctions. The edible inner part of the bark should be boiled.

2. Black spruce

Grows in humid regions of northern Eurasia. Below the red spruce, the needles are shorter. Similar species are also found in the north of the American continent. Used in the same way as red pine.

3. Greenland rosemary

Grows in northern Eurasia. The height of the plant reaches 30-90 cm. The leaves are narrow with curved edges, whitish or fleecy below. The five-petalled flowers are white. The leaves are brewed for tea.

4. Polar willow

Grows in the tundra. The height of this plant does not exceed 30-60 cm. The shrub with rounded leaves shining on top grows in the form of a pillow or rug. Flowers in the form of yellow earrings. Spring shoots, leaves, the inner layer of the bark, young peeled roots are used for food. Willow is rich in vitamin C.

5. Ferns

In summer, they grow in moist areas in northern forests bordering the tundra. Only young curls are eaten, reaching a height of 15 cm. Before cooking, remove the "hair" and then steam.

6. Cloudberry

The height of this blackberry-like plant does not exceed 30 cm. The leaves are palm-shaped, the flowers are white. Pink berries appear at the top of the plant. When ripe, they turn orange or amber. They are eaten fresh.

7. Small-flowered raspberry

Grows in North America and Europe. Looks like a small bristly raspberry. No spines, trifoliate leaves. Flowers purple-red. Berries are red or yellow. They are eaten fresh.

8. Bearberry

Grows in northern regions. A low growing evergreen tree that grows as a cushion or rug. Leaves are club-shaped. Flowers are pink or white. The berries are red, grow in clusters. They are eaten boiled

9. Iceland moss

This lichen forms a tufted gray-green or brownish carpet up to 10 cm high, consisting of ribbon-like branches. For eating, soak in water for several hours, then boil properly.

10. Reindeer moss (moss)

Lichen 5-10 cm high. Often grows in large clumps. Stems are gray, hollow, rounded. The branches are shaped like deer antlers. For eating, soak in water for several hours, then boil properly.

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