Saturday, October 8, 2016

Fireweed tea

A quick glance at Pinterest.com seems to show that Fireweed is used as tea in Russia.  Fireweed, Epilobium angustifolium was difficult to find on Wikipedia until I stumble upon the new name, Chamerion angustifolium.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamerion_angustifolium

Wow, it says that yes, fireweed leaves are used for tea in Russia..  Fireweed leaves are fermented just like ordinary tea, Camillia sinensis.  Cool!  I know where I can find a patch of fireweed.  I can't wait to try this!  Hooray!

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