A South American bromeliad plant with stiff, spiky leaves, cultivated for its strong fiber used in textiles and cordage.
From Guarani or Quechua 'chaguar', indigenous language names for this plant species, reflecting the pre-Columbian domestication and use of this plant by South American peoples.
The chaguar fiber is so strong that indigenous peoples used it for fishing nets and textiles for centuries before synthetic materials, and it's experiencing a revival today as sustainable textile makers rediscover this eco-friendly natural fiber!
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