Asteraceae Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.

Rush Skeletonplant

Keres, Western - Other, Decorations

Use documented by:
Swank, George R., 1932, The Ethnobotany of the Acoma and Laguna Indians, University of New Mexico, M.A. Thesis, page 53

View all documented uses for Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.

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Scientific name: Lygodesmia juncea (Pursh) D. Don ex Hook.
USDA symbol: LYJU (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Rush Skeletonplant
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Keres, Western
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Decorations
Notes: Plant used for decorations in ceremonial dances.

RECRD: 30286 id: 21569

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