Plant: A perennial plant forming large tufts two to
four feet
tall with stout stiff pointed stems. |
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Flowers: Two to four in small clusters with stamens and
pistils
which look like a minute lily. |
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Fruit: Many shiny brown, spherical seed capsules |
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Leaf: Sharp needles at the end of round cross section spike. |
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Flowering period: |
May to June |
Use by Indians: |
Basket making |
Can be found here: |
Big Canyon, Indian Springs |
Native Plant: Yes |
Halophyte: Yes |
Family Name: Rush
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Date: 10/16/2005
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