What is another word for nettle family?
Pronunciation: [nˈɛtə͡l fˈamɪli] (IPA) 
The plant family Urticaceae, commonly known as the nettle family, includes many species of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and small trees. Although the family is named after the infamous stinging nettle plant, not all members of the family possess stinging hairs. Some other common names for the Urticaceae family include the figwort family, hemp-nettle family, and ramie family. Despite having different common names, all members of this family share similar characteristics, such as having small flowers and simple, alternate leaves. Some notable members of the Urticaceae family include the ramie plant, which yields a strong and silky fiber used in textile production, and the popular houseplant, the Chinese evergreen.
