Ice Plant stains on 100% cotton; cargo pants(khaki color) and Blue
Jeans. Solution cannot change color of fabric. Chlorine bleach cannot
be used. Now what do I do ? Any idea(s)?

Hello shmom,

Thank you for your question. 

I originally searched for ice plant stains, but found no information
that is that specific. I am reasonably confident that ice plant stains
should react to the solutions provided for grass stains and there are
many sites on the Internet providing tips for removing this stubborn
stain:

Tide's Websites shows the following
http://www.tide.com/articles/read.jhtml;jsessionid=LDHGUKVTMDANFQFIAJ2KYEQ?articleId=3046

"For most moms, grass stains are laundry enemy #1. They can gang up on
clothing with very little notice. Whether it's a tumble on the
playground, a game of backyard football or weekend yard work, grass
stains are a real laundry room menace.

But why are grass stains so hard to remove?

Well, grass stains are a mixture of green chlorophyll with protein and
other organic matter. Ground-in or dried-on, they make for a challenge
in any laundry situation because chlorophyll tends to set into the
fabric immediately. Even more difficult to remove is the likely
combination of grass stains and ground-in dirt which layers tough
stains in a concentrated area of fabric. Both types are protein-based,
and can cause stain nightmares for even seasoned laundry veterans.

The Stain Fighting Duo

TideŽ Liquid with Bleach Alternative and Tide Powder with Bleach are
two excellent agents for removing grass stains. Both detergents
contain special enzymes that breakdown protein and organic matter plus
other cleaning ingredients that attack hard-to-remove chlorophyll
stains. Used together, they can provide powerful stain fighting
protection for all your vulnerable clothes. "

Most other sites offer the following similar solutions:

http://www.obermeyer.com/care/care.html

GRASS - Rubbing gently with rubbing alcohol removes most plant stains
from both washable and non-washable fabrics. If washable, may also be
sponged with liquid detergent. Follow cleaning instructions for
garment.


http://www.diynot.com/pages/st/st028.php

Grass 
 
Washable Fabrics  
 
Soak item in warm water, containing biological detergent. If this does
not remove the stain, unless the fabric is acetate, use methylated
spirits to remove the rest. Wash as normal.
  
Non Washable Fabrics  
  
Dry clean. 

http://members.tripod.com/~Barefoot_Lass/index-2.html

GRASS

Pre-treat grass stains on washable fabrics by sponging them first with
warm water then dabbing the soiled area with un-diluted rubbing
alcohol. (use a clean cloth!) Then launder item as usual. Or, combine
a few drops of household ammonia with 1 tsp. of peroxide. Rub on the
stain and rinse with water as soon as stain disappears.

Ellyne Baker from Clinton, Iowa writes; "Grass stains are removed
easily with white vinegar." Thanks Ellyne!

Kathy B. from Titusville, Pa. writes; "Felsnaptha Soap is great for
grass stain removal, especially on baseball and football pants. Just
wet the bar of soap, rub on the stain and wash as usual. Works great!"
Thanks Kathy!

Last but not least, Tammy Nolff from Stuarts Draft, VA sent in this
tip; "Take molasses and rub it into the stained area. then launder as
usual. It has worked on all washables that I have used it on." Thanks
Tammy!


http://www.tipking.com/Tips/publish/tip_71.shtml

Also has some very good tips for grass stains.


Search Strategy:

stain +removal +grass +fabric

Best of luck removing this stubborn stain!

If a link above should fail to work or anything require further
explanation, please do post a Request for Clarification and I will be
pleased to assist further.

Regards,

-=clouseau=-

Thank you so much, I will try EVERYTHING and then let you know what
happens. You did a great job of researching. I spent 20 minutes
getting nowhere. Thank you again! :)