Appalachian Trail near Marion, VA
Appalachian Trail near Marion, VA
Appalachian Trail near Marion, VA
Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park, VA
Zuni Pine Barrens, Zuni, VA
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Family: Ericaceae (Heath family)
Mid-Atlantic bloom time:
June - August
Mid-Atlantic fruit ripe:
September - November
Leaves and berries have distinctive wintergreen odor and taste. Ripe berries are about the size of peas.
Purportedly, the leaves can be made into a tea, and the berries can be eaten in moderation.
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7 July 2011
Appalachian Trail near Marion, VA
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7 July 2011
Appalachian Trail near Marion, VA
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7 July 2011
Appalachian Trail near Marion, VA
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21 April 2013
Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park, VA
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6 October 2018
Zuni Pine Barrens, Zuni, VA
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