Betulaceae Betula papyrifera Marsh.

Paper Birch

Cree, Woodlands - Fiber, Snow Gear

Use documented by:
Leighton, Anna L., 1985, Wild Plant Use by the Woods Cree (Nihithawak) of East-Central Saskatchewan, Ottawa. National Museums of Canada. Mercury Series, page 32

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Scientific name: Betula papyrifera Marsh.
USDA symbol: BEPAP (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Paper Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Cree, Woodlands
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Snow Gear
Notes: Wood used to make toboggans and snowshoes.

RECRD: 5418 id: 7184

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