Petate

[1] Generally petates are woven in quadrangular forms, though not to any exact dimensions.

During the day the petate normally rolls up and hangs from the wall, freeing up space in the room.

Also it is used for drying seeds, grains, tortillas, and other foodstuffs in the sun, to prevent them touching the ground.

Other items made from the fibers of the palm are known as "artesanias de petate" (handicrafts made from the fibers of the palm) including toys, dolls, masks, hats, and baskets.

The petate's diverse characteristics and uses have inspired a number of colorful Spanish idioms:

A petate, a bedroll common in Latin America.