Pteridaceae Adiantum pedatum L.

Northern Maidenhair

Pomo - Other, Tools

Use documented by:
Gifford, E. W., 1967, Ethnographic Notes on the Southwestern Pomo, Anthropological Records 25:10-15, page 11

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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: Pomo
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Tools
Notes: Stem inserted in a pierced ear lobe to keep the wound from closing.

RECRD: 20517 id: 1593

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