Boehmeria cylindrica False nettle (Urticaceae)

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Boehmeria cylindrica
False nettle
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The Boehmeria cylindrica plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Florida to Texas, north to S. Quebec, S. Ontario and Minnesota. It is a member of the Urticaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as False nettle.

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Latin Name:  Boehmeria cylindrica
Common Name:  False nettle
Family:  Urticaceae
Author:  (L.)Sw.

Known Hazards:  Although members of the nettle family, plants in this genus do not have stinging hairs[235].

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Moist or shady ground[43].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in a warm sandy soil[1] that is very well-drained[200]. We are not sure if this species is dioecious or monoecious[K].

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