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slender stinging nettle

Urtica gracilis

The slender stinging nettle is a tall plant with tiny, sharp hairs that can sting! It grows in many places and is important for butterflies and other insects.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The slender stinging nettle is a tall, unbranched plant with long, narrow stems and serrated, heart-shaped leaves covered in fine, stinging hairs. Its inconspicuous greenish flowers form in dense clusters along the leaf axils, blending in with the foliage.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyUrticaceaeGenusUrtica
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slender stinging nettle

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Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Historically, nettle fibers were used to weave strong fabrics.

Its roots were once used to create a yellow dye.

Some people use nettle tea to help with allergies.

This plant's leaves are surprisingly rich in Vitamin K!

Special abilities

Ability

Sting Defense

slender stinging nettle has specialized hollow hairs that inject an irritating cocktail, protecting it from herbivores.

Ability

Rapid Regrowth

slender stinging nettle can quickly sprout new shoots from its underground rhizomes, helping it recover from damage.

Ability

Nutrient Magnet

slender stinging nettle accumulates nitrogen from the soil, making nutrients more available for nearby life.

Measurements & details

Height
30-150 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Bloom Season
Late spring to fall
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Wind

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Don't touch the leaves without asking an adult, as they can sting!

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is slender stinging nettle?

30-150 cm

How wide does slender stinging nettle spread?

30-60 cm

When does slender stinging nettle bloom?

Late spring to fall

Is slender stinging nettle edible?

Yes

Is slender stinging nettle toxic?

Mild

What is slender stinging nettle's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is slender stinging nettle pollinated?

Wind

Where is slender stinging nettle usually found?

Grasslands

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