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Plant #3 - Prairie/ Non-Prairie
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Winterfat (Krascheninnikovia lanata) 1. As an evergreen, this species is an important winter forage for grazing domestic and wild animals. 2. Depending on the state, it can be anywhere from 300 to 9,000 feet in elevation and can live up to 130 years old. (that's a hardy plant!) 3. Native to the entire western half of the United States and more! (a lot of Canada) 4. Powdered root of winterfat was used by several native American tribes to treat skin conditions such as poison ivy, burns, sores, and boils.
Description
Park Ranger: Resource Technician - Plant name is given (answer to first activity). Then, facts are given about this plant. Activity - can you determine if this is a prairie or non-prairie plant?
Credit
NPS: A. Stiles
Date Created
04/02/2023
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