This genus comprises both annual and perennial flowering plants characterized by arrow-shaped, serrated leaves and small clusters of greenish-brown flowers. Numerous species possess stinging hairs on their foliage. The leaves are suitable for tea preparation and hold medicinal value, while the plants serve as important sources of food and habitat for wildlife.

Urtica

Urtica 'Jean-Luc Gatard'

Urtica cannabina

Urtica dioca 'Dirty Danglers'

Urtica dioica is a perennial herb that develops extensive roots and sprawling stems, which can create expansive clusters of upright growth, reaching heights of up to 1.5 meters. The plant features dark green leaves, along with stems that are lined with both stinging and non-stinging hairs. From late spring through early autumn, it produces catkin-like flowers in shades of cream or brownish-green that emerge from the axils of the leaves.

Urtica dioica

Urtica dioica 'Bradfield Purpler'

Urtica dioica 'Brightstone Bitch' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Bronze'

Urtica dioica 'Chedglow 2' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Chedglow' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Curly-Wurly'

Urtica dioica 'Dainty Danglers'

Urtica dioica 'Danae Johnston' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Danae' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Dayglo Delight'

Urtica dioica 'Dog Trap Lane'

Urtica dioica 'Dusting' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Dying for Attention'

Urtica dioica 'Fearnvale Tigertooth' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Good as Gold'

Urtica dioica 'Ingdust' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Judith'

Urtica dioica 'Lingerie Department' (v)

Urtica dioica 'Spring Fever'

Urtica dioica 'Stephanie'

Urtica dioica 'Vicky'

Urtica dioica 'Winter Yellow'

Urtica dioica 'Worn Gilding' (v)

Urtica dioica OGG mutant

Urtica dioica subsp. gracilis var. procera

Urtica dioica var. subinermis

Urtica from Casa Meca, Spain

Urtica galeopsifolia

Urtica mairei

Urtica membranacea

Urtica pilulifera

Urtica tibetica

Urtica triangularis

Urtica urens is a bushy annual that can reach heights of up to 75 cm. It features jagged leaves and produces clusters of small, greenish-white flowers during the summer months. The leaves are covered in fine hairs that can cause skin irritation, but the young leaves are safe to eat when cooked.