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  1. Abacá - Wikipedia

    The abaca industry declined sharply in the mid-20th century when abaca plantations were decimated by World War II and plant diseases, as well as the invention of nylon in the 1930s. …

  2. Abaca | Philippine Plant, Fiber Uses & Properties | Britannica

    The Philippines remain the world’s largest producer of abaca. The abaca plant is closely related to and resembles the banana plant (Musa sapientum). The abaca plant grows from rootstock that …

  3. What Is Abaca Fiber? the Complete Guide to “Manila Hemp”

    Jun 24, 2025 · Abaca fiber, also known as Manila hemp, is a natural fiber native to the Philippines, valued for its strength and flexibility. It has a coarse texture with a natural golden hue and …

  4. ABACA Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of ABACA is a strong fiber obtained from the leafstalk of a banana (Musa textilis) native to the Philippines —called also Manila hemp.

  5. Abaca (Manila hemp) | Diseases and Pests, Description, Uses ...

    Abaca (Manila hemp) ... Description Abacá, Musa textilis, is a large herbaceous perennial plant in the family Muscaceae harvested for its fibre which has a variety of uses in the textile industry.

  6. Abacá - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Abacá (/ ɑːbəˈkɑː / ah-bə-KAH; Filipino: Abaka [ɐbɐˈka]), binomial name Musa textilis, is a type of banana. It is native to the Philippines. [1] . It is grown as a commercial crop in the Philippines, …

  7. Abacá - Wikiwand

    The abaca industry declined sharply in the mid-20th century when abaca plantations were decimated by World War II and plant diseases, as well as the invention of nylon in the 1930s. …