Urtica gracilis aka Slender Stinging Nettle
Taxonomy ID: 13557
Common names
Slender Stinging Nettle, Urtica Breweri, Urtica Californica, Urtica Cardiophylla, Urtica Dioica Californica, Urtica Dioica Diplotricha, Urtica Dioica Gracilis, Urtica Dioica Holoserica, Urtica Dioica Holosericea, Urtica Dioica LyalliiMore information about Slender Stinging Nettle
What is the region of origin of Slender Stinging Nettle
Slender Stinging Nettle’s native range is N. Europe. N. America - Newfoundland to British Columbia, south to North Carolina and Louisiana.
What are the water needs for Slender Stinging Nettle
Slender Stinging Nettle should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
What is the right soil for Slender Stinging Nettle
Slender Stinging Nettle loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
What is the sunlight requirement for Slender Stinging Nettle
To ensure optimal growth, the Slender Stinging Nettle prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
How to fertilize Slender Stinging Nettle
Repotting the Slender Stinging Nettle should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.
Is Slender Stinging Nettle toxic to humans/pets?
There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.
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