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Posted: 31 Oct 2015

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en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urtica_dioica

Both the stems and the leaves of stinging nettles are covered by structures that look like hairs but are delicate and hollow. These “hairs” act like needles when they come into contact with the skin. Chemicals flow through them into the skin, which causes a stinging sensation and a rash
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 raingirl
raingirl club
oddly, one can make tea out of nettles and there are health benefits. but i leave them to their own devices.

fun how they are inside working to get outside here!

thanks for adding to 'plants vs structures'
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