Abaca / Abaka

Scientific Classification
Family : Musaceae (belongs to banana Family)
Scientific Name : Musa textilis
Common Name : Manila hemp

Volcanic area like the provinces of Albay and

Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region are suited for
abaca cultivation. The Philippines' tropical
climate, rich volcanic soils and high to moderate
rain fall are particularly appropriate to the
growing of the abaca plant.

The abaca fibers are used in the production of

handicraft products such as fashion accessories,
decorative accessories, furniture, garments,
textile, packaging materials, table-top
accessories, playthings for pets, sports
paraphernalia.

Abaca fibers are also used in pulp -making

which are used as raw material in the production
of currency and bank notes , tea bags, coffee
filters, meat casings, coating for pills, surgical
caps and masks, high capacitor papers, cable
insulation papers, Bibile paper, restoration and
conservation of historical documents, adhesive
tape paper, lens tissue

Gift bag
This durable, beautiful and simple gift bag
was designed using colorful sequins and ribbon.
This is very economical and yet very presentable.
It is made more elegant by the ribbon wrapped
around the edges and handles.