Georgina Langdale

Myrobalan Extract

$13.50 NZD

Myrobalan Extract, derived from the nuts of Terminalia chebula, is a rich source of natural tannins, including gallic and ellagic acid. Traditionally used in textile dyeing and printing, it enhances mordant fixation on cellulose fibres and produces shades ranging from light yellow to deep brown. Combined with iron, it is a key ingredient in creating grey and black tones and inks.

 

Uses & Benefits:

  • Mordanting: Prepares cellulose and protein fibres for improved dye absorption.

  • Dyeing: Produces soft yellow to brown tones, deepening when used with alum or iron.

  • Versatile Applications: Used in tannery, ink preparation, and silk processing.


About the Plant:

Chebulic Myrobalan grows across Asia and parts of Africa, prized for its tannin-rich fruits. It has been used for centuries in textile traditions, tannery, and traditional medicine.

Recommended Usage for Dyeing:

  • As a mordant for cellulose fibres: Use 10–20% of the weight of the fabric (WOF).

  • For light yellow tones: Use 5–10% WOF.

  • For deeper brown shades: Use 20–30% WOF.

  • When used with iron for greys and blacks: Start with 10–15% WOF of Myrobalan, then follow with an iron afterbath (1–3% WOF).

Dissolve the extract in hot water before adding it to the dye bath for best results.

For optimal results, use as a pre-mordant or in combination with iron for darker tones.
Weight: 50g
Weight: 50g
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INSPIRATION IS ORGANIC

I have sourced these G.O.T.S. certified plant dyes from partners I worked with in India when I was creating beautiful healing herb textiles. It is lovely to be partnering with my colleagues again in order to make these dyes available.

THIS IS SOUL WORK

I WOULD LIKE TO PAINT THE WAY A BIRD SINGS

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F.A.Q.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A DYE AND A PIGMENT?

The main difference between them is that dyes are soluble, while pigments are insoluble and are suspended in a medium or binder.
WHERE DO YOUR PLANT DYES COME FROM?

I source my dyes from my partners in India whom I have collaborated with since 2015. I will also be growing some dye plants in the my gardens and hope to have them available in due course.
ARE PLANT DYES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT?

No they are not. They are all grown sustainably. They are Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certifed. The GOTS standard was developed by leading standard setters to define world-wide recognised requirements for organic textiles.
Water from the dyeing process can be used on the garden, and plant material can be added to compost.