Bastard Teak Dye Powder
Botanical name: Butea monosperma
Common name: Palash, Keshu, Dhak, Flame of the Forest
Colorant: Butein
Dye type: Adjective dye (Mordanted with alum or iron)
Shade Range: Produces a vibrant orange to yellow dye. Alum gives bright orange tones; iron yields darker orange-red or brown tones.
Mordant Requirements: Iron gives more muted shades of a wonderful orange dye, alum is commonly used for it. The dye can be used on cotton, silk, and wool.
Fastness: Lightfastness and washfastness are moderate on natural fibers like silk and cotton.
Common Uses: Used commonly for textile dyeing especially in traditional Indian clothes. It is also used in natural cosmetics and eco friendly crafts.
Country of Origin: India, Southeast Asia
Vegetarian product: Yes
Common name: Palash, Keshu, Dhak, Flame of the Forest
Colorant: Butein
Dye type: Adjective dye (Mordanted with alum or iron)
Shade Range: Produces a vibrant orange to yellow dye. Alum gives bright orange tones; iron yields darker orange-red or brown tones.
Mordant Requirements: Iron gives more muted shades of a wonderful orange dye, alum is commonly used for it. The dye can be used on cotton, silk, and wool.
Fastness: Lightfastness and washfastness are moderate on natural fibers like silk and cotton.
Common Uses: Used commonly for textile dyeing especially in traditional Indian clothes. It is also used in natural cosmetics and eco friendly crafts.
Country of Origin: India, Southeast Asia
Vegetarian product: Yes