
By Stephania Christodoulou
Industrial hemp, Cannabis sativa L., also known as Klostiki or Kannavin, is deeply rooted in the history of Cyprus.
Its indelible mark is found to this day in the names of certain areas where cannabis cultivation was widespread, such as the villages of Kannavia and Kannaviou.
Having a profound importance in the history and spirituality of the island, we find the Virgin Mary as the patroness of