Some Common Plants of Upper Newport Bay

Dwarf Nettle  (Urtica urens)
Plant: Erect annual, 1/2 to 1 1/2 feet tall, branching from the base.
Flowers: In clusters on short stems in leaf axils.  Male and female flowers in same cluster.
Leaf: On opposite sides of stem, deeply saw toothed edges.  Stinging hairs on leaves and stems.
Flowering period:   January to April
Can be found here: Back Bay Drive
Native Plant: No Halophyte: No
Family Name: Nettle
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Date: 9/14/2005