Caracas Nettle (Urera Caracasana) is a perennial shrub in the Urticaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Urera caracasana is a coarse shrub or small tree native to tropical America, often found in wet tropical biomes.

Caracas Nettle

Caracas Nettle

Urera Caracasana

Urera caracasana is a coarse shrub or small tree native to tropical America, often found in wet tropical biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:fiber production, medicinal plant, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Caracas Nettle

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Urticaceae
Genus:Urera