Galeopsis ladanum

RHS Plant Profile
broad-leaved hemp nettle

Other common names

dog nettle, holy hemp, red hemp nettle

Size

Time to Maturity
No preference

Botanical Details

Family
Lamiaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Galeopsis is a genus of poisonous, annual herbaceous plants with nettle-like leaves and tubular-shaped, purple, pink or yellow flowers in summer and autumn. Found in shady woodland areas, fields and on waste ground, they provide a valuable source of nectar for insects and seeds for birds
Name Status
Correct