Common
Rivercane splints are strips split from rivercane, a bamboo species native to North Carolina, primarily found in mountainous areas in the western part of the state. Splints are often used for weaving baskets and mats and can be dyed Samples include undyed splints and splints dyed with butternut bark.
Regional Material
Rivercane splints are often used for weaving rivercane baskets and mats.
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