Fabaceae Phaseolus coccineus L.

Scarlet Runner

Iroquois - Other, Ceremonial Items

Use documented by:
Waugh, F. W., 1916, Iroquis Foods and Food Preparation, Ottawa. Canada Department of Mines, page 103

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Scientific name: Phaseolus coccineus L.
USDA symbol: PHCO6 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Scarlet Runner
Family: Fabaceae
Family (APG): Fabaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Items
Notes: Seeds intimately associated with the annual ceremonies of planting time & the harvest thanksgiving.

RECRD: 7618 id: 26308

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