Poaceae Leymus cinereus (Scribn. & Merr.) A. L”ve

Basin Wildrye

Blackfoot - Fiber, Mats, Rugs & Bedding

Use documented by:
Johnston, Alex, 1987, Plants and the Blackfoot, Lethbridge, Alberta. Lethbridge Historical Society, page 20

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Scientific name: Leymus cinereus (Scribn. & Merr.) A. L”ve
USDA symbol: LECI4 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Basin Wildrye
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Mats, Rugs & Bedding
Notes: Grass used for beds in lodges made from sticks when on war parties.

RECRD: 60553 id: 20067

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