Vaccinium membranaceum Douglas ex Torr.

• Region

  North America

• Country

  United States of America

• State/Province

  Wyoming

• County/Municipio

  Teton Co.

• Locality

  Alaska Basin Trail, Teton Canyon.

• Elevation

  Alt. 2124 m. (6969 ft.)

• Coordinates

  43.7503, -110.909

• Distribution

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Vaccinium membranaceum Douglas ex Torr.
Det. by lan Troester-Solbrig, 2013, FPNW
U.S.A., Wyoming, Teton County:
Alaska Basin Trail, Teton Canyon.
Elev. 6968 ft.
43° 45.016' N, 110° 54.543' W
Uncertainty: 10 m., Source: GPS
Wooded area, moist soil with pines and low lying bushes.
Vaccinium berries are eaten raw and can be used to make
jellies, syrups, and other desserts. Traditionally these plants
were used to treat heart trouble, urinary tract infections,
hypoglycemia, and arthritis. Compounds in Vaccinium have
been found to significantly affect blood sugar and insulin
levels in laboratory settings and may be useful in controlling
diabetes.
lan Troester-Solbrig 82	10 Aug 2013
Idaho State University
Ericaceae
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