Joshua Tree

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Joshua Tree fruits were eaten, with the pit roasted, prepared and then stored for later consumption. The plants' roots used to make brown or dark red dyes for basket weaving. Joshua Tree fibers were also put to use in sandals, nets and as a foundation for making fur robes.

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