| Common Name |
True Iceland Lichen |
| Family |
Parmeliaceae |
| Genus |
Cetraria |
| Species |
islandica |
| Authority |
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| Synonyms |
Parmelia islandica; Cornicularia islandica; Platysma islandicum; Physcia islandica; Cetraria islandica |
| Comments |
Was an important food source to Northern European populations during food shortages. It was typically grounded and added to flour, mashed potatoes, or soups. |
| Location Found |
Pukaskwa National Park, ON |
| Growth Structure |
Fruticose |
| Environmental Monitoring |
N/A |
| References |
Brodo et al, 2001.; International Mycological Association, 2016.; Newmaster & Ragupathy, 2012. |
