Madrone, Pacific

[edit] Plant Name and Description

Latin: Arbutus menziesii

Family: Heath

Madrone is a stunning, large evergreen tree that has large, leathery leaves that are shiny and green on top and grey underneath. Smooth, reddish bark peels away to expose light green underbark. (Full description)

[edit] Landscape Type

Large Evergreen Tree

[edit] Food

Madrone, Pacific Berries

Rice and Veggies with Fresh Madrone Berries

Madrone Berry Sauce for Pancakes

[edit] Medicinal Use

Burns

Coughs and Sore Throat

Purification and Ceremony

Rheumatism and Sore Muscles

Strength

Stomach Disorders

[edit] Crafts

Jewelry: Collect berries in Fall. Use as beads before berries dry, according to the Tolowa Indians of Northwest California.

[edit] Habitat

Below 5,000 feet on dry, wooded slopes and canyons.

[edit] Collection Season

Fall: Berries

All: Leaves