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Mulberry
The bulk of the commercial silk produced in the world comes from this variety and often silk generally refers to mulberry silk. Mulberry silk comes from the silkworm, Bombyx mori L. which solely feeds on the leaves of mulberry plant. These silkworms are completely domesticated and reared indoors. In India, the major mulberry silk producing states are Karnataka, Andhra pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Jammu & Kashmir which together accounts for 92 % of country's total mulberry raw silk production.
Tasar
Tasar (Tussah) is copperish colour, coarse silk mainly used for furnishings and interiors. It is less lustrous than mulberry silk, but has its own feel and appeal. Tasar silk is generated by the silkworm, Antheraea mylitta which mainly thrive on the food plants Asan and Arjun. The rearings are conducted in nature on the trees in the open. In India, tasar silk is mainly produced in the states of Jharkhand, Chattisgarh and Orissa, besides Maharashtra, West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh.
Muga
This golden yellow colour silk is prerogative of India and the pride of Assam state. It is obtained from semi-domesticated multivoltine silkworm, Antheraea assamensis. These silkworms feed on the aromatic leaves of Som and Soalu plants and are reared on trees similar to that of tasar. Muga culture is specific to the state of Assam and an integral part of the tradition and culture of that state.
Eri
Also known as Endi or Errandi, Eri is a multivoltine silk spun from open-ended cocoons, unlike other varieties of silk. Eri silk is the product of the domesticated silkworm, Philosamia ricini that feeds mainly on castor leaves. Ericulture is a household activity practiced mainly for protein rich pupae, a delicacy for the tribal. Resultantly, the eri cocoons are open-mouthed and are spun. The silk is used indigenously for preparation of chaddars (wraps) for own use by these tribals. In India, this culture is practiced mainly in the north-eastern states and Assam. It is also found in Bihar, West Bengal and Orissa
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What is the rank of India as per the sale of silk?
second rank for india as per the sale of silk.
How many varieties of silk moth are formed in India?
25 varities of silk r found in india...
How many varieties of silk moths found in India?
There are five varieties of silk moths found in India. These silk moths in India include the Muga, the Tasar, the Oak Tasar, the Eri, and the Muga.
Which city in France does produce silk?
The city that Produces silk in France is Lyon.
What did India trade on the silk road?
India on the ancient silk road traded sandalwood for Rome's olive oil and Saudi Arabia's cloves and especially spices.
Does India produce silk and cotton?
Yes, it does.
What country produce silk?
China,Japan,and India... welkiezz
Which state of India rank first in silk production?
karnataka.
Why is silk an expensive fiber to produce?
Silk is such an expensive fibre to produce due to the time consuming processes silk goes through in its manufacture. These processes change a fibre into something we might buy in the shops. Over 30 countries produce silk. The major ones are China, India and Japan. I hope I helped
Which country makes silk?
Over 30 countries produce silk, and the major ones are China (54%), India (14%) and Japan (11%).
Which is the first numbered state in silk production in India?
West Bengal
Which state is the major producer of silk textiles in India?
Ans : Karnataka Apoorva
Do quokkas produce silk?
No. Silkworms produce silk. Quokkas are marsupials, and small members of the kangaroo family. No marsupials produce silk, or any secretions that can be used to make silk.
What is used to produce silk?
a silk worm
Who traded teas for silk on the silk road?
India
Do silk moths produce silk?
Yes. Silk fibre comes from their cocoons.
What is the rank of India as per the sale of silk?
second rank for india as per the sale of silk.
