ramie

IPA: rʌmi

(usually countable) A tall, tropical Asian perennial herb, Boehmeria nivea, cultivated for its fibrous stems.
(usually uncountable) The fibre extracted from this plant known especially for its ability to hold shape, reduce wrinkling, and introduce a silky lustre used to make textiles, fishing nets, upholstery, etc.

Examples of "ramie" in Sentences

"ramie" is but a variety (_tenacissima_) of _Boehmeria nivea_.
Additionally, ramie fabric naturally offers resistance to bacteria and stains.
They plan to offer other base fabrics in the future including hemp, wool, ramie, and rayon.
Loolo scarves are made from organic wool, ramie (in the linen family), viscose and zero impact dyes and cost between $150-250.
One refers to huangrun xibu, which was recorded in ancient documents; the other argues that it was made of ramie/China grass (zhuma).
Some purple toned merino and silk Rainbow tops, a small pack of ramie nettle fibre to try and some absolutely fabulous yak and silk tops.
Designed by Joanna Notkin of Canadian company Looolo, the soft and snuggly accessories are made from Organic wool, ramie (in the linen family), viscose and zero impact dyes.
Designed for babies with eczema and sensitive skin, Natural Seat Topper features an earth-friendly fabric, ramie, which is a premium natural fiber known for its absorbency, breathability, and durability.
I also found a batwing jacket of Guatemalan striped fabric, and a black ramie patch-pocket single-button blazer (circa 1987) that I feel required by law to keep, in case I ever want to dress up as Rico Tubbs.