Ulmaceae Ulmus americana L.
American Elm
Omaha - Other, Toys & Games
Use documented by:
Gilmore, Melvin R., 1919, Uses of Plants by the Indians of the Missouri River Region, SI-BAE Annual Report #33, page 116
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Ulmus americana L.
Scientific name: Ulmus americana L.
USDA symbol: ULAM (
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Common names: American Elm
Family: Ulmaceae
Family (APG): Cannabaceae
Native American Tribe: Omaha
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Toys & Games
Notes: Fibrous inner bark used for popgun wads.
RECRD: 31789 id: 41469