Betulaceae Betula papyrifera Marsh.
Paper Birch
Carrier - Fiber, Basketry
Use documented by:
Carrier Linguistic Committee, 1973, Plants of Carrier Country, Fort St. James, BC. Carrier Linguistic Committee, page 67
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Betula papyrifera Marsh.
Scientific name: Betula papyrifera Marsh.
USDA symbol: BEPAP (
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Common names: Paper Birch
Family: Betulaceae
Family (APG): Betulaceae
Native American Tribe: Carrier
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Inner bark used to make baskets.
RECRD: 7056 id: 7156