Cyperaceae Schoenoplectus acutus var. acutus

Hardstem Bulrush

Cree, Woodlands - Food, Unspecified

Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 59

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Scientific name: Schoenoplectus acutus var. acutus
USDA symbol: SCACA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Hardstem Bulrush
Family: Cyperaceae
Family (APG): Cyperaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Unspecified
Notes: Stem base and roots used for food.

RECRD: 5693 id: 37363

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