Wintergreen
A common natural groundcover in the north, it is so named because it will retain its green waxy leaves and bright red berries (if not eaten) throughout the winter. They are perfectly fine to eat, and are actually used in anything using the name such as toothpaste or chewing gum or tea. Though not a member of the mint family, they do have a strong minty taste and are even used in ice cream recipes. The oil is often used as a pain reliever.
(Note: I cannot personally attest to any of this as my geneology suggests that my family gave up hunting and gathering and home remedies long ago, and my foraging is restricted to the grocery store.)
Wintergreen
A common natural groundcover in the north, it is so named because it will retain its green waxy leaves and bright red berries (if not eaten) throughout the winter. They are perfectly fine to eat, and are actually used in anything using the name such as toothpaste or chewing gum or tea. Though not a member of the mint family, they do have a strong minty taste and are even used in ice cream recipes. The oil is often used as a pain reliever.
(Note: I cannot personally attest to any of this as my geneology suggests that my family gave up hunting and gathering and home remedies long ago, and my foraging is restricted to the grocery store.)