Rosaceae Prunus americana Marsh.

American Plum

Omaha - Other, Season Indicator

Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 87

View all documented uses for Prunus americana Marsh.

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Scientific name: Prunus americana Marsh.
USDA symbol: PRAM (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: American Plum
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Omaha
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Season Indicator
Notes: Blossoms used as an indicator of when to plant corn, beans and squashes.

RECRD: 31404 id: 30287

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