Cyperaceae Schoenoplectus americanus (Pers.) Volk. ex Schinz & R. Keller
American Bulrush
Hesquiat - Fiber, Clothing
Use documented by:
Turner, Nancy J. and Barbara S. Efrat, 1982, Ethnobotany of the Hesquiat Indians of Vancouver Island, Victoria. British Columbia Provincial Museum, page 54
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Schoenoplectus americanus (Pers.) Volk. ex Schinz & R. Keller
Scientific name: Schoenoplectus americanus (Pers.) Volk. ex Schinz & R. Keller
USDA symbol: SCAM6 (
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Common names: American Bulrush
Family: Cyperaceae
Family (APG): Cyperaceae
Native American Tribe: Hesquiat
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Clothing
Notes: Rushes used in weaving hats.
RECRD: 580 id: 37432