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Roman nettle

Urtica pilulifera

Not Evaluated

Names in Other Languages

German Pillen-Brennnessel

Similar Species in Urtica

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Big-Sting Nettle
Urtica dioica
Least Concern
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Dwarf nettle
Urtica urens
Vulnerable
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Kievan nettle
Urtica kioviensis
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Roman nettle?
The scientific name of Roman nettle is Urtica pilulifera. It belongs to the genus Urtica.
Where does Roman nettle live?
Roman nettle is found in Found across Europe (17 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Norway.
What family does Roman nettle belong to?
Roman nettle (Urtica pilulifera) belongs to the genus Urtica, which is part of the taxonomic family Urticaceae.
What kingdom does Roman nettle belong to?
Roman nettle (Urtica pilulifera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Roman nettle?
The closest relatives of Roman nettle in the genus Urtica include Big-Sting Nettle, Dwarf nettle, Kievan nettle.

Native Range — 18 Countries

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Genus Urtica — 4 Species

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Big-Sting Nettle
Urtica dioica
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Dwarf nettle
Urtica urens
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Kievan nettle
Urtica kioviensis
NE
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Roman nettle
Urtica pilulifera
NE
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