Equisetaceae Equisetum laevigatum A. Braun

Smooth Horsetail

Thompson - Fiber, Scouring Material

Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 39

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Scientific name: Equisetum laevigatum A. Braun
USDA symbol: EQLA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Smooth Horsetail
Family: Equisetaceae
Family (APG):
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Scouring Material
Notes: Used for sharpening and polishing bone tools.

RECRD: 46301 id: 13467

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