Betulaceae Betula papyrifera Marsh.
Paper Birch
Malecite - Fiber, Canoe Material
Use documented by:
Speck, Frank G. and R.W. Dexter, 1952, Utilization of Animals and Plants by the Malecite Indians of New Brunswick, Journal of the Washington Academy of Sciences 42:1-7, page 6
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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: Malecite
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Canoe Material
Notes: Bark used for canoes.
RECRD: 45857 id: 7214