Vaccinium Macrocarpon

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Scientific Name: Vaccinium macrocarpon

Common Name(s): Cranberry

Edible: yes

Medicinal: yes

Parts Used: fruit

Logos 12 Aug, 2008	Description: This plant has tiny leaves arranged alternately. Its stem creeps along the ground. Its fruits are red berries.
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Logos 12 Aug, 2008	Habitat and Distribution: It only grows in open, sunny, wet areas in the colder regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
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Logos 12 Aug, 2008	Edible Parts: The berries are very tart when eaten raw. Cook in a small amount of water and add sugar, if available, to make a jelly.
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Logos 12 Aug, 2008	Other Uses: Cranberries may act as a diuretic. They are useful for treating urinary tract infections.
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Maine, US

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