Stinging Nettle

Urtica dioica

Type: Perennial  ·  Family: Urticaceae  ·  Native Region: Pacific Northwest

Growing Conditions

• Sun: Sun to Part Shade
• Water: Wet to Medium
• Mature Size: 4–4 ft tall, 4–4 ft wide

Attributes

• Attracts Pollinators
• Attracts Birds
• Attracts Butterflies
• Edible
• Medicinal
• Portland Approved Plant List

Landscape Use

Woodland Garden, Shade Garden, Pollinator Garden, Hedgerow / Wildlife Corridor, Erosion Control, Rain Garden

Learn More

USDA Plants Profile  ·  GBIF Species Data  ·  Oregon Flora