Elaeagnaceae Elaeagnus commutata Bernh. ex Rydb.
Silverberry
Arapaho - Other, Jewelry
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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Elaeagnus commutata Bernh. ex Rydb.
Scientific name: Elaeagnus commutata Bernh. ex Rydb.
USDA symbol: ELCO (
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Common names: Silverberry
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Family (APG): Elaeagnaceae
Native American Tribe: Arapaho
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Jewelry
Notes: Berries used to make necklaces.
RECRD: 2379 id: 12962