Bromeliaceae Tillandsia usneoides (L.) L.
Spanish Moss
Seminole - Other, Hide Preparation
Use documented by:
Sturtevant, William, 1954, The Mikasuki Seminole: Medical Beliefs and Practices, Yale University, PhD Thesis, page 472
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Tillandsia usneoides (L.) L.
Scientific name: Tillandsia usneoides (L.) L.
USDA symbol: TIUS (
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Common names: Spanish Moss
Family: Bromeliaceae
Family (APG): Bromeliaceae
Native American Tribe: Seminole
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Hide Preparation
Notes: Used for tanning.
RECRD: 62319 id: 40402