Pinaceae Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carr.

Sitka Spruce

Thompson - Other, Protection

Use documented by:
Turner, Nancy J., Laurence C. Thompson and M. Terry Thompson et al., 1990, Thompson Ethnobotany: Knowledge and Usage of Plants by the Thompson Indians of British Columbia, Victoria. Royal British Columbia Museum, page 100

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Scientific name: Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carr.
USDA symbol: PISI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Sitka Spruce
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Protection
Notes: Branches rubbed on skin to protect one against evil or 'witchcraft.' The protective powers were attributed to the prickly needles.

RECRD: 32154 id: 27272

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