Green Burial Glossary
Glossary of Green Burial Terms Adapted vegetation: Non- invasive, beneficial plants (not noxious weeds) that have adapted to the specific locality; provides habitat and requires little or no maintenance. At need arrangements: Decisions and purchases made at the time of death rather than in advance, including selection of gravesite, Burial container, type of service, etc. (see also pre- need arrangements). Bier: A raised device or platform that holds the casket, either during a vigil or funeral service. Biodegradable containers: Caskets and shrouds capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms; often made of plant or animal fiber (wicker, sea grass, paper, linen, cotton, wool, willow, bamboo, etc.)
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