Abstract
Huo Cao, scientifically known as Gerbera delavayi Franch, is a perennial herb that exhibits the spontaneous growth of fibers, which intricately interweave to form a white network on the underside of its leaf. The Huo Cao fiber network demonstrated distinctiveness by being able to be twisted straight into yarns. The textiles made by Huo Cao also have their own unique characteristics. The structure and characteristics of the Huo Cao fiber and its network were examined in this study using surface morphology, SEM, chemical composition, TGA, FTIR, wettability, XRD, and chemical resistance tests. The outcomes were compared with those of cotton. The Huo Cao fiber naturally forms an isotropic fiber network. When comparing fiber to cotton, it is evident that they have a comparable physical structure. However, there are significant differences in terms of cellulose content and crystallinity. Huo Cao fiber is rich in flavonoids, which possess antibacterial properties. The Huo Cao network exhibits an average contact angle of 140°. Huo Cao fiber is susceptible only to powerful acids and is compatible with the skin.
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