Fagaceae Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.

American Beech

Cherokee - Other, Fasteners

Use documented by:
Hamel, Paul B. and Mary U. Chiltoskey, 1975, Cherokee Plants and Their Uses -- A 400 Year History, Sylva, N.C. Herald Publishing Co., page 25

View all documented uses for Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.

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Scientific name: Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.
USDA symbol: FAGR (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Beech
Family: Fagaceae
Family (APG): Fagaceae
Native American Tribe: Cherokee
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Fasteners
Notes: Wood used to make buttons.

RECRD: 9118 id: 14664

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