Poaceae Phragmites australis (Cav.) Trin. ex Steud.

Common Reed

Thompson - Fiber, Mats, Rugs & Bedding

Use documented by:
Perry, F., 1952, Ethno-Botany of the Indians in the Interior of British Columbia, Museum and Art Notes 2(2):36-43., page 39

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Scientific name: Phragmites australis (Cav.) Trin. ex Steud.
USDA symbol: PHAU7 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Reed
Family: Poaceae
Family (APG): Poaceae
Native American Tribe: Thompson
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Mats, Rugs & Bedding
Notes: Extensively used to make mats.

RECRD: 46315 id: 26628

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