Mountain Nettle (Urera Nitida) 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 toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Urera nitida is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia and Africa, known for its stinging hairs and white flowers.
Mountain Nettle
Urera Nitida
Urera nitida is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia and Africa, known for its stinging hairs and white flowers.
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