Poaceae Phragmites australis (Cav.) Trin. ex Steud.
Common Reed
Okanagon - Other, Decorations
Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 39
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Phragmites australis (Cav.) Trin. ex Steud.
Scientific name: Phragmites australis (Cav.) Trin. ex Steud.
USDA symbol: PHAU7 (
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Common names: Common Reed
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Okanagon
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Decorations
Notes: Extensively used to make fringe for dresses.
RECRD: 46317 id: 26608