Fabaceae Cercis canadensis var. texensis (S. Wats.) M. Hopkins

California Redbud

Maidu - Other, Decorations

Use documented by:
Swartz, Jr., B. K., 1958, A Study of Material Aspects of Northeastern Maidu Basketry, Kroeber Anthropological Society Publications 19:67-84, page 71

View all documented uses for Cercis canadensis var. texensis (S. Wats.) M. Hopkins

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Scientific name: Cercis canadensis var. texensis (S. Wats.) M. Hopkins
USDA symbol: CECAT (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: California Redbud
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Maidu
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Decorations
Notes: Unpeeled withes used as decorative coil thread in the manufacture of baskets.

RECRD: 8653 id: 8873

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