Poaceae Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
Vanillagrass
Blackfoot - Other, Soap
Use documented by:
Johnston, Alex, 1987, Plants and the Blackfoot, Lethbridge, Alberta. Lethbridge Historical Society, page 20
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Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
Scientific name: Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
USDA symbol: HIALA (
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Common names: Vanillagrass
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Soap
Notes: Leaves soaked in water and used as a hairwash.
RECRD: 45236 id: 17216