Rosaceae Holodiscus discolor (Pursh) Maxim.

Oceanspray

Thompson - Other, Weapon

Use documented by:
Steedman, E.V., 1928, The Ethnobotany of the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, SI-BAE Annual Report #45:441-522, page 497

View all documented uses for Holodiscus discolor (Pursh) Maxim.

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Scientific name: Holodiscus discolor (Pursh) Maxim.
USDA symbol: HODI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Oceanspray
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Weapon
Notes: Wood used for cuirasses and armor in general.

RECRD: 41731 id: 17374

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