Straif Symbol:

Sound value: Ss

Literal meaning: Sulfur

Features: Small tree or large shrub, thorny, deciduous tree with ‘sloe’ fruits (Rose Family)

Uses: Sloes used to make jam, wine and to flavor gin. Wood used in making tools. Thorns used. Medicinal uses.

Features: Large shrub or small deciduous tree with small plums (Rose Family)

Uses: Used by Native Americans to treat skin abrasions. Food – Fruit eaten fresh and processed as preserves and jellies. *

* North Dakota Tree Information Center