Urticaceae

Urtica cypria: A Unique Endemic Plant of Cyprus’s Flora Treasure Trove

Introduction to Urtica cypria Overview of Urtica cypria – Basic botanical description and taxonomy Urtica cypria is a lesser-known member of the Urticaceae family, native to the rugged terrains of Cyprus. This perennial plant stands out due to its distinctive botanical features—square stems covered with fine trichomes, and serrated leaves that seem almost to shimmer […]