| Scientific name | Urtica dioica |
| Appearance | Perennial herbaceous plant, with upright square stems, opposite serrated dark green leaves covered with stinging hairs; greenish flowers in hanging clusters |
| Smell | Herbaceous, fresh, slightly pungent when crushed |
| Color | Dark green (foliage), pale green to greenish (flowers) |
| Used parts | Leaves, stems, roots, flowering tops (fresh or dried) |
| Origins | Temperate zones of Europe, Asia, and North America |
| Toxicity level | Weak (stinging hairs when fresh; edible after cooking or drying) |






















































































































































































































