Equisetaceae Equisetum hyemale L.

Scouringrush Horsetail

Klamath - Fiber, Scouring Material

Use documented by:
Coville, Frederick V., 1897, Notes On The Plants Used By The Klamath Indians Of Oregon., Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 5(2):87-110, page 88

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Scientific name: Equisetum hyemale L.
USDA symbol: EQHYA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Scouringrush Horsetail
Family: Equisetaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Klamath
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Scouring Material
Notes: Used to smooth arrow shafts.

RECRD: 20342 id: 13368

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