Cornaceae Cornus sericea ssp. sericea

Redosier Dogwood

Washo - Fiber, Basketry

Use documented by:
Nickerson, Gifford S., 1966, Some Data on Plains and Great Basin Indian Uses of Certain Native Plants, Tebiwa 9(1):45-51, page 49

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Scientific name: Cornus sericea ssp. sericea
USDA symbol: COSES (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Redosier Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Family (APG): Cornaceae
Native American Tribe: Washo
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Twigs used for the foundation of baskets.

RECRD: 2398 id: 11141

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