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Description

Long bast fibers obtained from the leaves of palms, Astrocaryum tucuma and Bactris setosa, native to Brazil. Tecum fibers are long, flexible, water-resistant and have good durability. They are used for nets, ropes, hammocks, and marine cordage.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Astrocaryum tucuma; Bactris setosa; tucem fibre; tucum; tecuma; tecun