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Patsan is a common cordage fibre. It is obtained from the stem of

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Cannabis sativa
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Hibiscus cannabinus
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Musa textilis
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Agave sislana
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The correct option is B Hibiscus cannabinus
Kenaf or Hibiscus cannabinus, is a plant in the Malvaceae family. Hibiscus cannabinus is in the genus Hibiscus and is probably native to southern Asia, though its exact natural origin is unknown. The name also applies to the fibre obtained from this plant.
Kenaf is one of the allied fibres of jute and shows similar characteristics. The fibres in kenaf are found in the bast (bark) and core (wood). The kenaf leaves were consumed in human and animal diets, the bast fibre was used for bags, cordage and the sails for Egyptian boats. Thus, option B is correct.

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