Woodland Pinedrops

Pterospora andromedea

Physical Characteristics

Pterospora andromedea is a. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

N. America

Habitats

Edible Uses

Stems - raw or cooked[257]. They can be roasted or baked under the fire 'like mushrooms'[257].

Medicinal Uses

The stems and berries are astringent, disinfectant and haemostatic[257]. A cold infusion of the ground stems and berries has been used in the treatment of lung haemorrhages and nose bleeds[257]. An infusion of the roots has been used in the treatment of gonorrhoea[257].

Known Hazards

None known