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    Raffia palm. P.Beauv. Raffia palms are members of the genus Raphia. The Malagasy name rafia is derived from fia "to squeeze juice ". [2] The genus contains about twenty species of palms native to tropical regions of Africa, and especially Madagascar, with one species ( R. taedigera) also occurring in Central and South America. [1]

  2. Economic Significance: Raffia palms are economically important for the production of materials such as raffia fiber, which is used in various industries. Planting raffia in wet areas ensures a sustainable supply of this valuable resource, supporting local economies and traditional crafts. Overall, planting raffia in wet areas aligns with the ...

  3. Aug 18, 2015 · The aim of the initiative is to enhance women’s economic empowerment and strengthen the climate resilience of Madagascar’s raffia sector. Leaves from Madagascar’s raffia palms are widely used as a high-quality natural input for products made by local communities and international companies, including basic woven goods and high-end luxury ...

  4. Mar 7, 2022 · Raffia vs. Straw. It is not uncommon for raffia to be confused with straw. Although both are natural fibres, they are very different in their origin and attributes. Straw is the dry stalk of cereal plants such as rice, rye, corn, oats and barley. Since it is a by-product of grain harvests, it is inexpensive and plentiful.

  5. Also production of raffia is mostly confined to Africa, which in turn results in less circulation of the fibre around the world. In raffia fabrics, the fibres of leaf of raffia palms are woven by ...

  6. Jul 28, 2020 · Among these, raffia, bark and silk are not produced in abundance, as the production area is restrictive. Also, production of raffia is mostly confined to Africa, which in turn results in less circulation of the fibre around the world. The main source of this palm is-island Madagascar. This palm is cultivated in East Africa also for export purpose.

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