Flora
Due to the ecological farming, there’s a rich biodiversity to find on Mavronero Farm. Here, we introduce you to the plants and their usage and specifications.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
A refreshing citrus aroma Lemon verbena is an aromatic shrub known for the distinctive lemon-like fragrance of its leaves. Originally native to parts of South America, it is now cultivated in many regions of the world for its aromatic foliage...
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Sage (Salvia officinalis)
An aromatic herb with a long history Sage is one of the best-known aromatic herbs of the Mediterranean region. Valued for its distinctive fragrance and flavour, it has been used in traditional cooking and herbal preparations for generations. Its textured...
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Mountain Tea (Sideritis perfoliata)
A characteristic plant of the Mediterranean Mountain tea is a common name used for several aromatic plants belonging to the genus Sideritis, part of the mint family, Lamiaceae. These plants are associated with Mediterranean botanical diversity and have a long...
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Harvesting sweet potatoes: from planting to curing
Every harvest tells a story that begins months before the crops are ready to leave the soil. At Mavronero, observing and documenting each stage of cultivation helps us understand how plants respond to local conditions and how seasonal changes influence...
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Growing sweet potatoes from slips: from propagation to planting
Every successful harvest begins long before crops are planted in the field. At Mavronero, we document each stage of cultivation to better understand plant development and share practical regenerative farming techniques that can be applied in Mediterranean environments. This season,...
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Black-eyed beans begin producing their first pods
Healthy crops begin long before harvest. At Mavronero, every stage of plant development provides valuable insight into the resilience of our farming system and the health of our soils. Our black-eyed beans (Vigna unguiculata), known locally in Cyprus as louvi,...
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Giving young papaya trees the best possible start
Young trees require the right conditions to establish strong root systems and thrive in the years ahead. At Mavronero, every planting is an opportunity to improve biodiversity, experiment with new species and apply regenerative farming practices that support long-term resilience....
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Growing lavender from cuttings in the Mavronero nursery
Growing new plants does not always begin with seeds. Many Mediterranean herbs can be propagated from cuttings, allowing a single healthy plant to become many. During the summer of 2026, several cuttings of true lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) were planted in...
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The spectacular night-blooming dragon fruit flower
Some of nature’s most remarkable flowers bloom for only a short time, making every observation a special event. During the summer of 2026, we documented the spectacular flower of the dragon fruit cactus (Selenicereus undatus) at Mavronero Farm. Its large...
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Growing carrots and root parsley in a raised bed
Growing healthy vegetables begins long before the first harvest. It starts with living soil, carefully selected seeds and the patience to let nature follow its own rhythm. During the autumn of 2025, we sowed carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) and...
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