Urtica gracilis
Stinging nettle
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The Urtica gracilis plant species is found in N. Europe. N. America - Newfoundland to British Columbia, south to North Carolina and Louisiana. It is a member of the Urticaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Stinging nettle. Some home gardeners know the variety as U. dioica gracilis.

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Latin Name:  Urtica gracilis
Common Name:  Stinging nettle
Family:  Urticaceae
Author:  Ait.
 
Known Hazards:  The leaves of the plants have stinging hairs, causing irritation to the skin[21, 200]. This action is neutralized by heat so the cooked leaves are perfectly safe and nutritious[200]. However, only young leaves should be used because older leaves develop gritty particles called cystoliths which act as an irritant to the kidneys[172].
 
Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Thickets and damp rich soils[43]. Dry soils[235].

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