ramie

Signification (Anglais)

1. A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.
2. The fibre extracted from this plant known especially for its ability to hold shape, reduce wrinkling, and introduce a silky lustre used to make textiles, fishing nets, upholstery, etc.

Concepts

ramie

Synonymes

China grass

Boehmeria nivea

ramee

hemp

Chinese silk plant

rummy

flax

jute

rhea

bark

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈɹæmi/

Étymologie (Anglais)

From Malay rami.