Highlights
Miscanthus sinensis
, an invasive plant species as potential source of commercial dyes.
Microwave extraction can yield dye extracts from
M
.
sinensis
.
Optimum condition is at 15 s −150 mL solvent - 540 W microwave power setting.
Extraction using 1:1 ethanol-water mixture had highest yield and color-fastness.
Mordant application improves binding of flavonoid-based
M
.
sinensis
dyes on fabric.
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