Betulaceae Betula papyrifera Marsh.

Paper Birch

Tanana, Upper - Fiber, Snow Gear

Use documented by:
Kari, Priscilla Russe, 1985, Upper Tanana Ethnobotany, Anchorage. Alaska Historical Commission, page 5

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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: Tanana, Upper
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Snow Gear
Notes: Wood used to make snowshoes, toboggans, drums, bowls, spoons and wedges.

RECRD: 3327 id: 7282

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