Apocynaceae Apocynum cannabinum L.

Indianhemp

Okanagon - Fiber, Cordage

Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 39

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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: Okanagon
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Cordage
Notes: Inner bark used for making rope and twine.

RECRD: 46305 id: 3846