NATURE
In our exploration of natural fibers we again return to South America to visit another dual-purpose crop. Believe it or not, the same plant that produces sweet and exotic pineapples, offers an equally-exotic fiber valued for both its beauty and durability. This short-lived perennial is cultivated in many tropical areas
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