Cupressaceae Juniperus scopulorum Sarg.

Rocky Mountain Juniper

Blackfoot - Other, Ceremonial Items

Use documented by:
Johnston, Alex, 1987, Plants and the Blackfoot, Lethbridge, Alberta. Lethbridge Historical Society, page 17

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Scientific name: Juniperus scopulorum Sarg.
USDA symbol: JUSC2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Rocky Mountain Juniper
Family: Cupressaceae
Family (APG): Cupressaceae
Native American Tribe: Blackfoot
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Items
Notes: Plant used in the Sun Dance ceremony, the summer festival of the Blackfoot.

RECRD: 60541 id: 18941

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