Poaceae Hierochloe odorata (L.) Beauv.
Vanillagrass
Gros Ventre - Other, Soap
Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 28
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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: Gros Ventre
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Soap
Notes: Leaves soaked in water and used as a hairwash.
RECRD: 45237 id: 17236