Fagaceae Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.

American Beech

Iroquois - Food, Beverage

Use documented by:
Parker, Arthur Caswell, 1910, Iroquois Uses of Maize and Other Food Plants, Albany, NY. University of the State of New York, page 99

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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: Iroquois
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Beverage
Notes: Fresh nut meats crushed, boiled and liquid used as a drink.

RECRD: 44276 id: 14674

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