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A Strong Plant Fiber That Is Similar To Linen.

ALTERNATIVES

Flax Silk Rayon

DESCRIPTION

Ramie, also commonly known as China grass or rhea, is one of the oldest fibers cultivated for textiles. It is also one of the strongest natural plant fibers. Naturally white in color and with silk-like luster, it is similar to linen. To improve its properties, it can also be blended with other fibers including cotton, polyester, and wool.

HISTORY

Ramie has been used since prehistoric times in China, India, and Indonesia. It was used in ancient Egypt and known in Europe during the Middle Ages. The usage of ramie increased in the mid-1980s due to a renewed interest in natural fibers.

BAST FIBER

W: 25-30 microns

WASH INSTRUCTIONS

[1]Wash at any temperature[2]Air or machine dry at a low temperature[3]Iron with a medium to high heat setting

CHARACTERISTICS

  • Stiff and brittle, but softens with age and washing
  • Strength increases when wet
  • Holds garment shapes well
  • Increases in silkiness after washing
  • Withstands high temperatures
  • Low elasticity
  • Releases moisture quickly
  • More absorbent than cotton
  • Anitbactirerial and mold resistant
  • Takes dye well but is prone to discolor and crock
  • Tends to shrink slightly
  • Prone to wrinkle and break when sharply creased
  • Easily gathers static electricity