Calycanthaceae Calycanthus occidentalis Hook. & Arn.

Western Sweetshrub

Mendocino Indian - Fiber, Basketry

Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 348

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Scientific name: Calycanthus occidentalis Hook. & Arn.
USDA symbol: CAOC5 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Western Sweetshrub
Family: Calycanthaceae
Family (APG): Calycanthaceae
Native American Tribe: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Wood and bark from fresh shoots used in basket work.

RECRD: 43230 id: 7820

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