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Alnus viridis ssp. crispa

Photo by GDLH
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Field Notes

Description:

The only "large" shrub on the tundra in this area other than willows. Dark green, shiny leaves.

Habitat:

Tundra

Notes:

Local people used to use the bark to make dye for things like harpoon shafts.

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Alnus viridis

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PublishedJune 18, 2013

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