Cyperaceae Schoenoplectus acutus var. acutus

Hardstem Bulrush

Pomo - Fiber, Clothing

Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A., 1952, Material Aspects of Pomo Culture, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee 20, page 92

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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: Pomo
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Clothing
Notes: Skins used as swaddling clothes or soft padding.

RECRD: 40680 id: 37414