Cupressaceae Juniperus occidentalis Hook.

Western Juniper

Pomo - Fiber, Basketry

Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A., 1908, Pomo Indian Basketry, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 7:134-308, page 139

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Scientific name: Juniperus occidentalis Hook.
USDA symbol: JUOCO (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Root fiber used to make twined baskets.

RECRD: 21191 id: 18823

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