Poaceae Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.

Vanillagrass

Dakota - Other, Ceremonial Items

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 91

View all documented uses for Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.

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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: Dakota
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Items
Notes: Plant used in religious ceremonies.

RECRD: 31437 id: 17229

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