Betulaceae Corylus americana Walt.
American Hazelnut
Iroquois - Food, Staple
Use documented by:
Waugh, F. W., 1916, Iroquis Foods and Food Preparation, Ottawa. Canada Department of Mines, page 123
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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: Staple
Notes: Nut meats crushed and added to hominy.
RECRD: 7779 id: 11211