Kasvivärit
Kasvivärit, also known as natural dyes, are coloring agents derived from plant matter. These dyes have been used for millennia across various cultures for textile dyeing, food coloring, and even cosmetics. The process typically involves extracting pigments from parts of plants such as roots, bark, leaves, flowers, and fruits. Common sources for kasvivärit include indigo for blue, madder for reds and oranges, turmeric for yellows, and walnut husks for browns.
The extraction of kasvivärit can be done through methods like boiling or soaking plant materials in water.
The use of kasvivärit has seen a resurgence in recent years due to a growing interest in