Pteridaceae Adiantum pedatum L.

Northern Maidenhair

Maidu - Other, Decorations

Use documented by:
Swartz, Jr., B. K., 1958, A Study of Material Aspects of Northeastern Maidu Basketry, Kroeber Anthropological Society Publications 19:67-84, page 71

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Scientific name: Adiantum pedatum L.
USDA symbol: ADPE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Northern Maidenhair
Family: Pteridaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Maidu
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Decorations
Notes: Stalks used as decorative overlay twine in the manufacture of baskets.

RECRD: 8651 id: 1585

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