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Walis (fiber)

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(Redirected from Walissima) A natural plant fiber obtained from Sida rhombifolia
Sida rhombifolia flower.

Walis (Walissima) is a natural plant fiber obtained from the plant Sida rhombifolia, of the Malvaceae family. It is produced mainly in the Philippine islands.

Properties

The fibers are white, soft, and lustrous, and have good tensile strength. Walis is similar to jute in appearance.

Use

Walis is used for cordage and coarser cloths.

References

  1. ^ Tortora, Phyllis G.; Johnson, Ingrid (2013-09-17). The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Textiles. A&C Black. p. 670. ISBN 978-1-60901-535-0.
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