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GlossaryUrticaceae

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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research Phytochemical, Chemotaxonomic and Bioinformatics Study on Laportea Bulbifera (Urticaceae)

6 citations , May 2022 in “Chemistry & biodiversity”

*Laportea bulbifera* contains unique compounds that may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.

research Pharmacognostic Evaluation and Antioxidant Activity of Urtica Dioica L.

32 citations , January 2012 in “Chinese Medicine”

Urtica dioica (stinging nettle) is a potential natural antioxidant for medicinal and cosmetic use.

research A Comprehensive Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Effects of Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)

8 citations , May 2017 in “Current traditional medicine”

Stinging nettle has compounds that help with joint pain, arthritis, and prostate issues.

research Ethnobotanical Study of Potentially Toxic Plants of Fez-Meknes Region, Eastern Middle Atlas, Morocco

March 2024 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research”

Many people in Fez-Meknes use potentially toxic plants for various health and cosmetic purposes, but more research is needed to ensure their safety.

research Plants in Hair Cosmetics

January 2018 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Dermatology”

Commonly used plants in hair products can guide future research and help professionals recommend treatments.

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