Juncaceae Juncus balticus Willd.
Baltic Rush
Cheyenne - Fiber, Basketry
Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 171
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Juncus balticus Willd.
Scientific name: Juncus balticus Willd.
USDA symbol: JUARA (
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Common names: Baltic Rush
Family: Juncaceae
Family (APG): Juncaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Stems used to weave baskets.
RECRD: 1927 id: 18327