Elaeagnaceae Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.

Russet Buffaloberry

Cheyenne - Food, Preserves

Use documented by:
Grinnell, George Bird, 1972, The Cheyenne Indians - Their History and Ways of Life Vol.2, Lincoln. University of Nebraska Press, page 181

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Scientific name: Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: SHCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Russet Buffaloberry
Family: Elaeagnaceae
Family (APG): Elaeagnaceae
Native American Tribe: Cheyenne
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Preserves
Notes: Fruit used to make excellent preserves.

RECRD: 1989 id: 37823

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