Salicaceae Populus deltoides Bartr. ex Marsh.

Eastern Cottonwood

Blackfoot - Other, Protection

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 68

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Scientific name: Populus deltoides Bartr. ex Marsh.
USDA symbol: PODED (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Eastern Cottonwood
Family: Salicaceae
Family (APG): Salicaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Protection
Notes: Sap used to conceal human scent when stealing enemy horses.

RECRD: 45608 id: 29355