Kenaf

Kenaf is a fibre crop, which probably originates from southern Asia. The stems are often 2-3 meters tall. Bark and wood contain long fibers. Kenaf is grown in India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Africa, Viet Nam, Thailand, USA, and in some African countries.

Names

Scientific
   Hibiscus cannabinus
English
   Kenaf
Dutch
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Spanish
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French
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German
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Italian
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Taxonomy

Order
   Malvales
Family
   Malvaceae
Genus
   Hibiscus
Species
   Hibiscus cannabinus (Kenaf)

Crop categories

Alcohol production
Fiber crops
Minor crops
Subtropical crops
Tropical crops