What is another word for hemp nettle?
Pronunciation: [hˈɛmp nˈɛtə͡l] (IPA) 
Hemp nettle, scientifically known as Galeopsis tetrahit, is a flowering plant commonly found in Europe and Asia. This plant belongs to the family Lamiaceae and produces small pink or purple flowers. The leaves and stems of the hemp nettle contain numerous hairs and small spikes that can cause skin irritation.
Some synonyms for the hemp nettle include the common hemp-nettle, brittlestem hemp-nettle and toughhemp nettle. Another common synonym for this plant is the dog nettle, which derives its name from the notion that the plant is popular among dogs as a medicinal herb. Other synonyms for the hemp nettle include the stinging nettle and the wild nettle, both of which refer to the plant's irritating properties.
