Greenbelt Ecosystem

Eastern White Pine (Koa)

Koa (eastern white pine, pinus strobus) has a vital role in Abenaki culture. Koaak (plural) tower above deciduous tree as they rise to heights of 150 to 200 ft in well-drained sandy upland areas such as Wigwam Hill

White Oaks (Wachilmezi)

Wachilmezi (white oaks) were prevalent in the uplands of Plum Island and Castle Neck in the 17th century and were managed through traditional native practices. 

Shellfish at CastleNeck

In his archeological exploration of Castle Neck, Francis LeBaron found shell deposits of ocean quahogs (Arctica Islandica), surf clams (Spisula Solidissima), and the common softshell clam (Mya Arenaria).  

Corn (Skamon)

Skamon (corn) is not life-sustaining until it is processed correctly.  Without practices, a severe niacin deficiency causes a form of malnutrition known as pellagra.