essay

Ethnobotany of the Zuñi Indians

Thirtieth annual report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the of the Smithsonian Institution 1988-1909Washington • Published In 1909 • Pages: 31-102

By: Stevenson, Matilda Coxe (Evans).

Abstract
This is a formal ethnobotanical report on the Zuñi by a noted early authority. She presents specific data on plants used as food, in medical practice, and in weaving, dyeing, basketry, pottery decoration, toiletry, folk-lore and ceremonies; clan and other names derived from plants; and a separate listing of plants. Whenever possible the author gives the botanical name, common English name, Zuñi name and its derivation, and a brief description of the usage or beliefs related to each plant. Considerable information on Zuñi culture is presented as incidental to the discussion of plants and their use.
Subjects
Ethnobotany
Pharmaceuticals
Medical therapy
Bodily injuries
Diet
Clans
Organized ceremonial
culture
Zuni
HRAF PubDate
2009
Region
North America
Sub Region
Southwest and Basin
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
George R. Bedell ; 1961: John Beierle; 2007
Field Date
1879-1900
Coverage Date
1879-1900
Coverage Place
Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico, United States
Notes
Matilda C. Stevenson
Includes bibliographical references
LCCN
16009898
LCSH
Botany, Medical/Ethnobotany/Zuni Indians/Botany--New Mexico