Mauritius hemp

Furcraea foetida

A large agave-like succulent cultivated for its leaf fiber, used for cordage and sacking in parts of Latin America and Africa.

Family: Asparagaceae
Climate requirements: Tropical to subtropical climate with moderate rainfall
Soil types: Well-drained sandy or rocky soils

Cultivars

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Plant health

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Inputs

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Value chain

Fresh mauritius hemp, sourced from farms across Kenya and sold by the kilogram. See the Knowledge Platform entry for growing details.

Trade

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Community

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