Genus Hibiscus Rank Species | ||
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Kenaf [etymology: Persian], Hibiscus cannabinus, is a plant in the Malvaceae family also called Deccan hemp and Java jute. Hibiscus cannabinus is in the genus Hibiscus and is probably native to southern Asia, though its exact origin is unknown. The name also applies to the fibre obtained from this plant. Kenaf is one of the allied fibres of jute and shows similar characteristics.
Contents
- Kenaf Hibiscus Cannabinus seeds collection
- Common names
- Characteristics
- Fibre
- Uses
- Kenaf seed oil
- Kenaf paper
- Pesticide and fertilizer use in kenaf crops
- References
Kenaf / Hibiscus Cannabinus seeds collection
Common names
