Linaceae Linum lewisii Pursh

Prairie Flax

Klamath - Fiber, Mats, Rugs & Bedding

Use documented by:
Coville, Frederick V., 1897, Notes On The Plants Used By The Klamath Indians Of Oregon., Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 5(2):87-110, page 99

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Scientific name: Linum lewisii Pursh
USDA symbol: LIPE2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Prairie Flax
Family: Linaceae
Family (APG): Linaceae
Native American Tribe: Klamath
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Mats, Rugs & Bedding
Notes: Stems made into strings and cords used to make mats.

RECRD: 20375 id: 20403

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