Genus Urtica (Noun)
Meaning
A nettle yielding fiber resembling flax.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Urtica was a primary source of plant-based textile production in the region.
- Researchers focused on the genus Urtica, particularly for its nettle yielding strong, flax-like fibers.
- Historical clothing making often utilized the genus Urtica, incorporating nettle fibers for added durability.
- Plant fibers from the genus Urtica could compete in terms of quality with those of flax and hemp.
- Textiles created using the genus Urtica proved remarkably resilient against general wear and tear.