Cyperaceae Schoenoplectus robustus (Pursh) M.T. Strong
Alkali Bulrush
Pomo - Fiber, Basketry
Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A., 1908, Pomo Indian Basketry, University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology 7:134-308, page 140
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Schoenoplectus robustus (Pursh) M.T. Strong
Scientific name: Schoenoplectus robustus (Pursh) M.T. Strong
USDA symbol: SCRO5 (
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Common names: Alkali Bulrush
Family: Cyperaceae
Family (APG): Cyperaceae
Native American Tribe: Pomo
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Plant made into the heavy hoop used at the opening of the conical burden basket.
RECRD: 21202 id: 37466