Poaceae Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.

Vanillagrass

Cheyenne - Other, Ceremonial Items

Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 170

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Scientific name: Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
USDA symbol: HIALA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Vanillagrass
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Items
Notes: Dried leaves burned over coals in many ceremonies.

RECRD: 1914 id: 17221

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