Poaceae Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
Vanillagrass
Kiowa - Fiber, Mats, Rugs & Bedding
Use documented by:
Vestal, Paul A. and Richard Evans Schultes, 1939, The Economic Botany of the Kiowa Indians, Cambridge MA. Botanical Museum of Harvard University, page 15
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Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
Scientific name: Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
USDA symbol: HIALA (
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Common names: Vanillagrass
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Kiowa
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Mats, Rugs & Bedding
Notes: Fragrant leaves used as stuffing for pillows and mattresses.
RECRD: 0 id: 17245