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boehmeria

/boʊˈmɪə.ri.ə/

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noun

/boʊˈmɪə.ri.ə/formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее род цветковых растений семейства крапивных, широко известных как ложная крапива, произрастающих в тропических и субтропических регионах.

A noun referring to a genus of flowering plants in the nettle family, commonly known as false nettle, which are native to tropical and subtropical regions.

proper noun

  1. C2formal

    A genus of flowering plants in the nettle family (Urticaceae), often called false nettle, known for their non-stinging leaves and use in fiber production.

    ruЛожная крапива

    • Boehmeria nivea, also known as ramie, is cultivated for its strong fibers.
    • The leaves of Boehmeria cylindrica resemble those of stinging nettles but do not cause irritation.
    • Boehmeria species are often found in tropical and subtropical regions.