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Wintergreen

Wintergreen is the state herb of Maine.

Description[]

Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens), also called teaberry, is a small evergreen shrub native to northeastern North America. It produces an edible berry, and its leaves can be boiled to make tea.

State Symbol[]

Its status as state herb was adopted by the Legislature of 1999.[1]

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