Juncaceae Juncus mexicanus Willd. ex J.A. & J.H. Schultes

Mexican Rush

Shoshoni - Dye, Green

Use documented by:
Murphey, Edith Van Allen, 1990, Indian Uses of Native Plants, Glenwood, Ill. Meyerbooks. Originally published in 1959, page 8

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Scientific name: Juncus mexicanus Willd. ex J.A. & J.H. Schultes
USDA symbol: JUME4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Mexican Rush
Family: Juncaceae
Family (APG): Juncaceae
Native American Tribe: Shoshoni
Use category: Dye
Use sub-category: Green
Notes: Roots used as green dye in basketry.

RECRD: 20928 id: 18381

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