ramie

1. (countable, usually) A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, of species Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.
2. (uncountable, usually) 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.

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈɹæmi/

Etymology

From Malay rami.

Synonyms

China grass

Boehmeria nivea

ramee

hemp

Chinese silk plant

rummy

flax

jute

rhea

bark

Translations

Ramie

ramie

رامي

rami

rami

ramio

ramiè

rami

szczmiel biały

szczmiel

boehmeria nivea

ινδικό φυτό

ραμί

Ortiga blanca

ramia