Juncaceae Juncus effusus L.

Common Rush

Pomo - Fiber, Sporting Equipment

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 318

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Scientific name: Juncus effusus L.
USDA symbol: JUEFE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Rush
Family: Juncaceae
Family (APG): Juncaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Sporting Equipment
Notes: Formerly used to make a device for trapping and catching salmon and trout as a sport.

RECRD: 43160 id: 18365

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