Cornaceae Cornus canadensis L.

Bunchberry Dogwood

Cree, Woodlands - Food, Snack Food

Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 36

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Scientific name: Cornus canadensis L.
USDA symbol: COCA13 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Bunchberry Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Snack Food
Notes: Fruit eaten as a fresh nibble.

RECRD: 5444 id: 10832