Its leaves, they discovered, were great for making mats, hats, and brooms.
It comes from a word for a kind of reed, the kind used to make mats.
Set people to make mats or weave tapestries on a loom.
The stem of plant was used to make boats, mats and paper.
The leaves are frequently used for seating chairs, making mats, etc.
Leaves are also used for making mats, cincture pads and other articles.
In its native area it is used as a fiber for making mats, brooms, and twine.
But the weavers in this island only make mats for themselves and do not sell them commercially.
Moreover, control of weeds is less active as local farmers make mats during the summer.
She taught students domestic skills, how to make mats and cane seating, and music.