What is another word for vegetable silk?
Pronunciation: [vˈɛd͡ʒɪtəbə͡l sˈɪlk] (IPA) 
Vegetable silk is a type of natural fiber obtained from the seedpod of a particular species of milkweed plant. It is also known by several other names such as floss silk, Indian kapok, and cotton silk. Another synonym for vegetable silk is milkweed floss, which refers to the fluffy, downy fibers that the seedpod contains. The term "silk cotton" can also be used to describe vegetable silk, as it has similar properties to both silk and cotton. In some regions, it is referred to as "silkweed," while other synonym options include "wild cotton" and "tree cotton." Despite its many names, vegetable silk is an eco-friendlier alternative to animal-derived silk, making it a popular option in the fashion industry today.
