- Abacá - Wikipedia
Abacá ( ɑːbəˈkɑː ah-bə-KAH; Filipino: abaka [ɐbɐˈka]), also known as Manila hemp, is a species of banana, Musa textilis, endemic to the Philippines The plant grows to 13–22 feet (4 0–6 7 m), and averages about 12 feet (3 7 m) The plant has great economic importance, being harvested for its fiber extracted from the leaf-stems [4][5][6]
- Abaca | Philippine Plant, Fiber Uses Properties | Britannica
Abaca, (Musa textilis), plant of the family Musaceae, and its fibre, which is second in importance among the leaf fibre group Abaca fibre, unlike most other leaf fibres, is obtained from the plant leaf stalks (petioles)
- Restaurant Abacá
ABACÁ is a contemporary Filipino-Californian restaurant, showcasing the beauty and vibrance of Filipino culture and cuisine from co-owners, Chef Francis Ang and his wife and Director of Operations, Dian Ang ABACÁ honors old family recipes and flavors while using some of Northern California’s best seasonal ingredients
- Abacá – San Francisco - a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant
Chef Francis Ang, together with wife and co-owner Dian, sowed the seeds for this ode to Filipino cooking when they founded acclaimed pop-up, Pinoy Heritage Born of a desire to more deeply connect with their culinary roots, their delicious explorations now have a permanent home in the lush Kimpton Alton Hotel
- Abaca 101: Understanding the Strongest Natural Plant Fiber
Abaca, or Manila hemp, is a strong natural fiber from the Musa textilis plant native to the Philippines Its fibers are extracted from the leaf sheath and are renowned for exceptional tensile strength and moisture resistance
- Abaca (Manila hemp) | Diseases and Pests, Description . . . - PlantVillage
Abacá, Musa textilis, is a large herbaceous perennial plant in the family Muscaceae harvested for its fibre which has a variety of uses in the textile industry The plant is a tall, tropical, tree-like plant with a sturdy main pseudostem (not a true stem as it is made of rolled leaf bases) possessing up to 12 overlapping leaves at the top
- Abaca Fiber: Properties, Manufacturing Process and Uses - Textile Learner
Abaca fibers are extensively used to produce ropes, woven fabrics, tea bags, filter paper and banknotes It is also called biodegradable and sustainable fiber Abaca is considered the strongest of natural fibers, being three times stronger than sisal fiber, and is far more resistant to saltwater decomposition than most of the vegetable fibers
- Abaca: the Versatile Fiber That Shaped Philippine Handicrafts
Abaca's versatility and sustainable production have made it an integral part of Philippine tradition From traditional handicrafts to modern innovations, abaca has become synonymous with Filipino artisanal spirit
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