Jacitara

Description

A strong, slender stem obtained from the climbing palm, Desmoncus macroacanthus, native to Brazil. Jacitara is a strong, elastic fiber that is used as a substitute for rattan in cane chair seats.

Synonyms and Related Terms

rattan palm; Desmoncus macroacanthus

Authority

• Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996

• Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "Palm." Encyclopædia Britannica. 21 Aug. 2004 .

• G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971