Biology:Walis (fiber)
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Short description: A natural plant fiber obtained from Sida rhombifolia
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.[1]
Properties
The fibers are white, soft, and lustrous, and have good tensile strength. Walis is similar to jute in appearance.[1]
Use
Walis is used for cordage and coarser cloths.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Tortora, Phyllis G.; Johnson, Ingrid (2013-09-17) (in en). The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Textiles. A&C Black. pp. 670. ISBN 978-1-60901-535-0. https://books.google.com/books?id=LTYfAQAAQBAJ&dq=Walissima&pg=PA670.
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