Fagaceae Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.
American Beech
Iroquois - Food, Unspecified
Use documented by:
Waugh, F. W., 1916, Iroquis Foods and Food Preparation, Ottawa. Canada Department of Mines, page 123
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Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.
Scientific name: Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.
USDA symbol: FAGR (
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Common names: American Beech
Family: Fagaceae
Family (APG): Fagaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Nut meats, after skimming off the oil, seasoned and mixed with mashed potatoes.
RECRD: 7765 id: 14683