Betulaceae Betula papyrifera Marsh.
Paper Birch
Tanana, Upper - Other, Hunting & Fishing Item
Use documented by:
Kari, Priscilla Russe, 1985, Upper Tanana Ethnobotany, Anchorage. Alaska Historical Commission, page 5
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Betula papyrifera Marsh.
Scientific name: Betula papyrifera Marsh.
USDA symbol: BEPAP (
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Common names: Paper Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Tanana, Upper
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Hunting & Fishing Item
Notes: Wood used to make spears for hunting bears and bows for hunting both large and small game.
RECRD: 3316 id: 7294