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Urtica parviflora (1 Page of 5) The Urtica parviflora plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Urticaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Urtica parviflora Family: Urticaceae Author: Roxb. Known Hazards: The leaves of the plants have stinging hairs, causing irritation to the skin[21, 200]. This action is neutralized by heat so the cooked leaves are perfectly safe and nutritious[200]. However, only young leaves should be used because older leaves develop gritty particles called cystoliths which act as an irritant to the kidneys[172]. Mature Height: Mature Width: Habitat: Forests and amongst taller herbaceous vegetation, 1700 - 2800 metres[145].
Medicinal Information: A decoction of the plant is used in the treatment of fevers[240].
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