Betulaceae Corylus americana Walt.
American Hazelnut
Iroquois - Food, Beverage
Use documented by:
Parker, Arthur Caswell, 1910, Iroquois Uses of Maize and Other Food Plants, Albany, NY. University of the State of New York, page 99
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Corylus americana Walt.
Scientific name: Corylus americana Walt.
USDA symbol: COAM3 (
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Common names: American Hazelnut
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Fresh nut meats crushed, boiled and liquid used as a drink.
RECRD: 44282 id: 11203