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Leaf fibres used to make baskets and mats etc. (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

raffia

(Other definitions for raffia that I've seen before include "Type of palm tree" , "Palm used for weaving baskets, etc" , "Fibre for tying and weaving" , "Leaves used in mats and baskets" , "Palm leaves used in weaving" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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