Tussar Silk Sarees

Tussar silk — also called Kosa silk or wild silk — is produced by the larvae of wild silkworms (primarily Antheraea mylitta) that feed on Arjun, Asan, and Saja trees in the forests of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. Unlike mulberry silk, which is cultivated in controlled conditions, Tussar is semi-wild, giving the fabric its characteristic natural gold-amber tone, coarse texture, and organic irregularities that distinguish it from farmed silk. Jharkhand's Tussar silk received a GI tag in 2007.

Tussar sarees are known for their matte finish, earthy warmth, and natural body — they hold their shape while draping elegantly, making them suitable for both casual occasions and formal events. At Greenways, we carry pure Tussar, printed Tussar, and embroidered Tussar sarees — from plain hand-woven pieces in natural shades to heavily worked Tussar Banarasi with zari borders for festive occasions.

Identification: genuine Tussar has visible slubs (thick-thin variations in yarn), a natural honey-to-bronze colour before dyeing, and a characteristic dry, slightly rough hand-feel compared to smooth mulberry silk. Machine-made Tussar imitations lack the slubs and feel uniformly smooth. All pure Tussar in this collection is sourced directly from weaver clusters in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.

Tussar silk pairs beautifully with other natural weaves: explore our Silk Sarees for pure lustre, Moonga Silk Sarees for raw-textured opulence, and Soft Silk Sarees for everyday elegance. For a lighter cotton-silk blend, browse our Kota Doria Cotton Sarees.