Laportea macrostachya (Urticaceae)

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The Laportea macrostachya plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Urticaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Laportea macrostachya
Family:  Urticaceae
Author:  (Maxim.)Ohwi.

Known Hazards:  The leaves have stinging hairs, much like stinging nettles to which they are related.

Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woods in mountains, N. Japan[58].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this plant and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its habitat it should succeed outdoors in most parts of the country. It should succeed in most soils in semi-shade.

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