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Materials Collection

Abaca

Common

Abaca is processed from the Musa textilis plant. The fiber is extracted from the leaf sheath that surrounds the plant's trunk.

Regional Material

Uses in Craft

Abaca is often used to make pulp for papermaking.

Supplier Description

Supplier

Supplier LOCATION

Location

Fairview, North Carolina

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