Urtica platyphylla
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The Urtica platyphylla plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan. It is a member of the Urticaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Urtica platyphylla
Family:  Urticaceae
Author:  Wedd.
 
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:  1.8   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Moist woods and river banks in lowland and foothills of C. and N. Japan[58].

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