Urtica dioica
$4.40 – $9.70
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Stinging nettle
Stinging nettle is an herbaceous flowering perennial that thrives in full sun conditions, but may tolerate shade. If not in a moist area, it may need supplemental water through its first summer of establishment.
Stinging Nettle gets its name from the stinging sensation caused by the release of histamine & other chemicals via the hollow stinging hairs found on its leaves and stems. This plant has a long history of use as a source of medicine, food, and fiber.
A wonderful addition to CA native butterfly gardens as it supports the Red Admiral, West Coast Lady, and Milbert’s Tortoiseshell
Lifeform: Perennial
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant
| Ecological Value | Stinging nettle provides cover for small animals |
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| Container | D-16, D-40, D-40S, D40S |
| Historical Uses | Stinging nettle fibers were used by Native Americans in the Northwest to make twine, fishing nets, and rope. Stinging nettle has many medicinal uses. |
| Distribution | Native to western North America, Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. |
| Elevation | 0 to 9,645 ft |
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| Habitat | it is restricted by its need for moist soil, but is still common. It grows in abundance in the Pacific Northwest, especially in places where annual rainfall is high. |
