Prickprick
Prickprick is a term that can refer to several things, often related to small, sharp points or irritations. In a botanical context, it might describe the texture of a plant's surface, such as the fine hairs or spines that give it a prickly feel. This characteristic can serve as a defense mechanism against herbivores or aid in water retention. Certain types of mosses or small fungi might also be described as prickprick due to their tiny, spiky structures.
The word can also be used colloquially to describe a minor annoyance or a feeling of unease,