Apocynaceae Apocynum cannabinum L.
Indianhemp
Kutenai - Fiber, Sewing Material
Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 12
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Apocynum cannabinum L.
Scientific name: Apocynum cannabinum L.
USDA symbol: APCA (
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Common names: Indianhemp
Family: Apocynaceae
Family (APG): Apocynaceae
Native American Tribe: Kutenai
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Sewing Material
Notes: Stalks split, dried and used as thread for sewing tipi covers.
RECRD: 45082 id: 3810