N1 INFORMATION

Bloom Size= individual 1/4 to 1/2 inches

SEED PODS
SEEDS
OTHER COMMENTS
Used extensively by the American Indian for medicinal purposes. The white 'fluff' of the seeds was carded like wool and and used for candle wicks. The white, milky latex (sap) has been used as glue and several birds use the white fluff to line their nests.

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