Is Mediterranean Nettle safe for pets?

Yes, Mediterranean Nettle (Urtica Membranacea) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Mediterranean Nettle easy to care for?

Mediterranean Nettle has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Mediterranean Nettle grow indoors?

Mediterranean Nettle is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Mediterranean Nettle (Urtica Membranacea) is a annual herb in the Urticaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Urtica membranacea is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean Basin, known for its stinging hairs and inconspicuous flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Mediterranean Nettle

Urtica Membranacea

Urtica membranacea is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean Basin, known for its stinging hairs and inconspicuous flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

annual

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

8-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

⚠️

Not Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mediterranean Nettle

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

May

...

Jun

...

Jul

...

Aug

...

Sep

...

Oct

...

Nov

...

Dec

...

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.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Urticaceae

Genus:Urtica