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henequen (hĕn`əkĭn): see sisal hemp sisal hemp [from Sisal, former chief port of Yucatan], important cordage fiber obtained from the leaves of the sisal hemp plant, an extensively cultivated tropical agave (family Agavaceae or Liliaceae).
..... Click the link for more information. . henequen [′hen·ə·kən] (materials) A hard plant fiber, obtained from the leaves of the American agave (Agave fourcroydes) and other agave species; used to make rope, twine, and cord. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Sisal, henequen and similar hard fibres are produced from the leaf of the Agave mainly in Africa, Latin America and China. Byline: PAT REED Slice of history, hospitality at old henequen plantation in Yucatan region Story and photos by Pat Reed The New Mexican The first night I stayed at the Hacienda Yaxcopoil, a Mayan grandmother showed up at my door, carrying several buckets and bowls that contained my dinner. Allen Wells contends that henequen on the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico was the only possible export crop, making some planters very wealthy as they oppressed the Maya peasantry. |
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