
Bog Hemp
About Bog Hemp
False nettle is a perennial plant that is native to Canada and North America. It looks like stinging nettles Urtica dioica or Laportea canadensis but lacks the irrigating hairs on its opposite leaves. It prefers the light shade and moist rich soil.
Taxonomy
Boehmeria cylindrica
Boehmeria
Urticaceae
Rosales
Also known as
Bog-Hemp, Bog-Hemp, False nettle and Bog hemp

How to care for Bog Hemp

How often to water your Bog Hemp

every 9
Bog Hemp needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Las Vegas, Nevada
44% Low

Growing Bog Hemp in Las Vegas right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 3rd, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Las Vegas is currently low š.
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Finding light for Bog-Hemp in your home

a window
Bog Hemp love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Las Vegas, Nevada ā .
Bog Hemp does not tolerate low-light š«.

How to fertilize Bog Hemp

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bog Hemp after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Bog Hemp prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Bog Hemp requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Bog Hemp is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Growth Pattern
Bog Hemp grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Bog Hemp
Bog Hemp
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Las Vegas, Nevada, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
