• Dr. Rajashri Ramkrishna Nimbhorkar

Abstract: The use of natural dyes is growing considerably because of the quality of the natural dyestuff obtained, the environmental compatibility of the dyes and the substantial minimization of the processing costs. In order to enhance the colour palette of natural dyes,Calotropisgigentea Linn was selected as a novel source of natural dyeing. Protein fiber wool was selected as textile substrate. Ritha nuts were used for scouring of wool. Alum as a sole mordant was selected for the present investigation. Ferrous and tin were used as synthetic mordants. Pomegranate rind and harda were used as natural mordants. Calotropisgigentea Linn flower extract introduced wide range of pale green colour. Good to excellent fastness properties were observed with anti microbial properties.

Calotropis gigentea Linn, natural dyes , anti microbial properties

"Studying anti microbial properties of wool dyed with Calotropis gigentea Linn", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 9, page no.a258-a263, September-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2209025.pdf

"Studying anti microbial properties of wool dyed with Calotropis gigentea Linn", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 9, page no. ppa258-a263, September-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2209025.pdf