Western Stingingnettle

Hesperocnide tenella

Native to:
Mexican Pacific Is., Mexico, United States
Western Stingingnettle

Anthony Valois and the National Park Service

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Urticaceae
Genus:
Hesperocnide
Species:
Hesperocnide tenella
USDA Symbol:
HETE5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky outcrops and slopes