Rosaceae Holodiscus discolor (Pursh) Maxim.

Oceanspray

Nootka - Other, Tools

Use documented by:
Turner, Nancy J. and Barbara S. Efrat, 1982, Ethnobotany of the Hesquiat Indians of Vancouver Island, Victoria. British Columbia Provincial Museum, page 72

View all documented uses for Holodiscus discolor (Pursh) Maxim.

Scientific name: Holodiscus discolor (Pursh) Maxim.
USDA symbol: HODI (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Oceanspray
Family: Rosaceae
Family (APG): Rosaceae
Native American Tribe: Nootka
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Tools
Notes: Plant used to make needles and harpoons.

RECRD: 706 id: 17337