Rhamnaceae Ceanothus integerrimus Hook. & Arn.
Deerbrush
Mewuk - Fiber, Basketry
Use documented by:
Merriam, C. Hart, 1966, Ethnographic Notes on California Indian Tribes, University of California Archaeological Research Facility, Berkeley, page 328
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Ceanothus integerrimus Hook. & Arn.
Scientific name: Ceanothus integerrimus Hook. & Arn.
USDA symbol: CEIN3 (
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Common names: Deerbrush
Family: Rhamnaceae
Family (APG): Rhamnaceae
Native American Tribe: Mewuk
Use category: Fiber
Use sub-category: Basketry
Notes: Rods used in the fine, coiled baskets.
RECRD: 6756 id: 8660