Equisetaceae Equisetum telmateia Ehrh.

Giant Horsetail

Yuki - Fiber, Scouring Material

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1957, Some Plants Used by the Yuki Indians ... II. Food Plants, The Masterkey 31:85-94, page 92

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Scientific name: Equisetum telmateia Ehrh.
USDA symbol: EQTEB (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Giant Horsetail
Family: Equisetaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Yuki
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Scouring Material
Notes: Stalks used to smooth Indian hemp stems and to polish arrows.

RECRD: 45011 id: 13531

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