Contains 2 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
LAPORTEA Gaudichaud-Beaupré, Voy. Uranie 498. 1830 ("1826"), nom. cons. vs. Urticastrum Heister ex Fabricius 1759.
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TYPE: Laportea canadensis (Linnaeus) Weddell 1854. (Urtica canadensis Linnaeus 1753.)
Species
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Status | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laportea aestuans | WEST INDIAN WOODNETTLE | Not Native | |
| Laportea canadensis | CANADIAN WOODNETTLE | Native FACW (NWPL) FACW (DEP) |
[Family identification key]
1. Annual with fibrous, weak roots; plant stipitate-glandular, stinging trichomes sometimes wanting; fruiting pedicel not winged; of disturbed sites
1. Perennial with thickened main roots; plant not stipitate-glandular, stinging trichomes palpable; fruiting pedicel distinctly winged; of rich woods