Ongaonga, Tree nettle
Urtica ferox
Family: Urticaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 3 m tall. The stem can be 12 cm across. The leaves are pale green. There are stinging hairs on the leaves and stems.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
New Zealand
How it is used for food
Caution: The leaves sting until cooked.
Edible parts
Leaves, medicine