Sea island cotton
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Description
A cotton-like fiber obtained from the Gossypium barbadense plant native to the southeastern United States and the Caribbean region. Sea island cotton has long, fine fibers that are used for threads, fabrics and padding in upholstery and cushions.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Sea Island cotton; sea-island cotton
Other Properties
Fiber length = 1.0-6.2 cm (0.4 - 2.5 inches)