Difference between revisions of "Cadillo"
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| − | A soft [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=bast | + | A soft [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=bast%20fiber bast fiber] obtained from the inner bark of the cadillo plant stalks, ''Urena lobata''. Cadillo fibers are fine in texture and a pale yellow color. They are used for cloth and ropes. This invasive plant was classified as a noxious weed in the U.S. in 1999. |
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* ''Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles'', Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996 | * ''Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles'', Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996 | ||
| − | * | + | * Rosalie Rosso King, ''Textile Identification, Conservation, and Preservation'', Noyes Publications, Park Ridge, NJ, 1985 |
| − | * | + | * Website address 1 Comment: USDA PLANT database at plants.usda.gov - gives plant as noxious weed |
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Revision as of 06:27, 24 July 2013
Description
A soft bast fiber obtained from the inner bark of the cadillo plant stalks, Urena lobata. Cadillo fibers are fine in texture and a pale yellow color. They are used for cloth and ropes. This invasive plant was classified as a noxious weed in the U.S. in 1999.
Synonyms and Related Terms
aramina (Brazil); malva blanca (Cuba); guaxima; uaixyma ; Urena lobata
Other Properties
Fiber length 3-8 inches (7.5-20 cm)
Hazards and Safety
Deteriorate in salt water.
Authority
- Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996
- Rosalie Rosso King, Textile Identification, Conservation, and Preservation, Noyes Publications, Park Ridge, NJ, 1985
- Website address 1 Comment: USDA PLANT database at plants.usda.gov - gives plant as noxious weed