Bryoria fremontii

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Common Name Tree-hair Lichens; Black Tree-hair Lichens; Edible Horsehair
Family Parmeliaceae
Genus Bryoria
Species fremontii
Authority
Synonyms Alectoria jubata var. fremontii; Bryopogan fremontii; Alectoria fremontii
Comments Bryoria fremontii has been used by Native groups as a food source, to treat indigestion and diarrhea.
Location Found 40 miles N.W of McBride, B.C
Growth Structure Fruticose
Environmental Monitoring N/A
References Brodo et al, 2001.; International Mycological Association, 2016.; Newmaster & Ragupathy, 2012.