Raffia Ruffia (Noun)
Meaning
A large feather palm of Africa and Madagascar having very long pinnatisect fronds yielding a strong commercially important fiber from its leafstalks.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The raffia ruffia palm is a highly valued crop in many tropical regions due to its versatile and durable fibers.
- In Madagascar, the raffia ruffia is considered a sacred tree, and its fibers are used in traditional crafts and ceremonies.
- The long, slender leafstalks of the raffia ruffia palm are harvested for their strong, flexible fibers, which are used to make rope, baskets, and other woven products.
- Raffia ruffia fibers are also used in the production of paper, cardboard, and other cellulose-based products.
- The raffia ruffia palm is often cultivated in plantations for its commercially important fibers, which are exported to countries around the world.