eri

Last changed on Thu, 07/28/2022 - 09:51
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Community
बर' Bodo
Category
Flora and Fauna, Food, Traditional Practices
Summary
Eri silkworm (Samia ricini) is a multivoltine and polyphagous in nature feeding on a number of host plants. Castor is the primary food plant while other include Kesseru, Topioca/Cassava, Payam, Papaya etc.
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Community
बर' Bodo
Category
Flora and Fauna, Dress and Ornaments, Traditional Practices
Summary
Eri (Endi or Errandi) is produced by the eri silkworm Philosomia ricini. Eri silk is staple fibre, strong, have high durability and elasticity.