Cupressaceae Thuja plicata Donn ex D. Don

Western Redcedar

Thompson - Fiber, Sewing Material

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: Thuja plicata Donn ex D. Don
USDA symbol: THPL (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Redcedar
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Sewing Material
Notes: Inner bark and stems used to make thread.

RECRD: 46285 id: 40270

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