In addition to making textiles and paper, cottongrass has many other uses. The Inuit use the stem base and flowers as a food source, either raw or boiled. It also has medicinal uses, and the bristles can be used for dressing wounds, while the buds can make essential oils and candles, relied upon during the long polar nights. Therefore, cottongrass is a precious resource to the Inuit and a valuable part of their daily lives. Show more