Botanical dyes are natural colorants derived from plants, including leaves, flowers, roots, and fruits. These dyes have been used for centuries in various cultures to color textiles, food, and even cosmetics. Unlike synthetic dyes, botanical dyes are often considered more environmentally friendly and can produce a wide range of colors depending on the plant source and the dyeing process. The process of creating botanical dyes typically involves extracting pigments through boiling or soaking the plant materials in water. Common sources of botanical dyes include indigo for blue, turmeric for yellow, and madder for red. The resulting colors can vary based on factors like the type of fabric and the mordant used to fix the dye.