To the Native Americans of the Great Plains, the buffalo was the main source of sustenance; providing food, shelter and clothing. Every part of the animal was used for survival and its use was honored as a sacred relationship. It was White Buffalo who brought the sacred pipe and taught the people to pray. In the same way, the Arrowleaf Balsamroot gave itself completely for the sustenance of the people.

Found throughout rocky plains and open grasslands of the West, all parts of the plants are edible and of great use. The young leaves are eaten raw, and sometimes smoked. The large taproots were steamed as a food source, and the small sunflower seeds were eaten and pounded into a flour as well. It is a member of the sunflower family and easy to identify by its arrow shaped blue-green leaves and brilliant yellow flowers. This nature spirit drum has a very special Native American theme.

Buffalo and Arrow Leaved Balsamroot 18 Inch Diameter Hand Painted Elk Hide Drum $775 USD