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    Glossary Urticaceae

    family of flowering plants known for stinging hairs

    Urticaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as the nettle family. This family includes around 54 genera and 2,625 species, many of which have stinging hairs that can cause skin irritation. Notable members include the stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) and ramie (Boehmeria nivea), which is used for fiber production.

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