Apocynaceae Apocynum cannabinum L.

Indianhemp

Mendocino Indian - Fiber, Cordage

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 378

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Scientific name: Apocynum cannabinum L.
USDA symbol: APCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Indianhemp
Family: Apocynaceae
Family (APG): Apocynaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Cordage
Notes: Inner bark fiber used to make rope.

RECRD: 43376 id: 3823

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