What plant does raffia come from?
Raffia , a versatile and natural material , is derived from the leaves of the Raphia Farinifera palm , also known as the Raffia Palm . This palm species is native to various regions around the world , let in South East Asia , South and Central America . However , the coastal vale of Madagascar are particularly renowned for producing the finest quality genus Raphia . Having had the opportunity to call in Madagascar and witness the cultivation of genus Raffia palms at first hand , I can testify to the beaut and teemingness of these palm trees in their natural home ground ....