Posts made in August, 2012

Salal

Posted by on Aug 7, 2012 in Blog, Media | 15 comments

Salal

Ever-green, basic food, plant of perseverance. Salal, a backdrop in Northwest woodlands, is so common that many people barely notice it. Its shiny deep-green leaves remain beautiful all year. Stems are long-lasting when cut and are a valued addition to floral arrangements.  This mirrors salal berry’s qualities as a powerful preservative. They are loaded with vitamins and antioxidants that prevent degeneration and help us to live a long and sustaining life. Other Names: sala’xbupt, Makah. Gaultheria shallon   Identifying Salal: Salal is an evergreen shrub that grows in lush thickets in both...

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