FrancophonIA/Vikidia-EnFr huggingface dataset:
Flax (also known as common flax or linseed) (Linum usitatissimum) is a plant.

The fibres of flax are used to make linen. High-quality paper used in banknotes is also made from flax fibres.
An oil (linseed oil) can be made from the dried ripe flax seeds. 
Flax has been used for a long time in such tasks as making bows and candles.

You can also consume flaxseed, but only if it is properly processed.

"Breaking" flax to get its fibers

Flax seeds