ON THIS PLANT
Dendrocnide peltata, commonly known simply as the stinging tree or jelaton, is a large tree in the nettle family Urticaceae. With the other species of the genus Dendrocnide, it is known for the stinging hairs which cover the whole plant and cause severe pain when touched. The Latin specific epithet peltata means "shield shaped", referring to the shape of the leaves.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Dendrocnide
- Family
- Urticaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Stinging Tree
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