Oleaceae Fraxinus velutina Torr.
Velvet Ash
Hualapai - Other, Tools
Use documented by:
Watahomigie, Lucille J., 1982, Hualapai Ethnobotany, Peach Springs, AZ. Hualapai Bilingual Program, Peach Springs School District #8, page 25
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Fraxinus velutina Torr.
Scientific name: Fraxinus velutina Torr.
USDA symbol: FRVE2 (
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Common names: Velvet Ash
Family: Oleaceae
Family (APG): Oleaceae
Native American Tribe: Hualapai
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Tools
Notes: Wood used to make a sharp tool for gathering mescal agave.
RECRD: 5058 id: 15324