Sustaining colors of tradition: ethnobotanical study on natural dye plants in Guangxi, China

Guangxi's abundant dye plant resources not only meet the color demands for traditional clothing and food but also offer health benefits. This aligns with society's focus on sustainability and health. These dyeing methods are practical and culturally significant. They support the production of eco-friendly dyes, boost the local economy, preserve ethnic culture, and protect biodiversity.

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Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine
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2026-02-06
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13002-026-00855-y
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Dyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers
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Sustaining colors of tradition: ethnobotanical study on natural dye plants in Guangxi, China

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Sustaining colors of tradition: ethnobotanical study on natural dye plants in Guangxi, China

Qimin Hu, Qianyun Wang, Yan Qin, Renchuan Hu, Yinghua Luo
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Abstract

Guangxi's abundant dye plant resources not only meet the color demands for traditional clothing and food but also offer health benefits. This aligns with society's focus on sustainability and health. These dyeing methods are practical and culturally significant. They support the production of eco-friendly dyes, boost the local economy, preserve ethnic culture, and protect biodiversity.

Journal of Ethnobiology and EthnomedicineVol. 22(1)
Guangxi University (CN), Nanshan Group (China) (CN), Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine (CN)
National Natural Science Foundation of China
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Dyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers
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