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sap.
Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) tree tapped for sap.
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A report by Latvian Grass-LIFE shows that 71% of
Latvians use medicinal plants such as mint, linden
flowers and chamomile daily. For traditional sauna
rituals, deciduous shrubs such as birch, linden and
black currant are used. Fermented maple and birch
sap also has a long tradition, and Latvian folk songs
refer to the magical and medicinal powers of birch.
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“Nuts and berries from agroforestry systems in
temperate regions can form the foundation for a
healthier human diet and improved outcomes from
diet-related diseases.” (2023)
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Crocus sativus.
