Meehania urticifolia

Meehania urticifolia, a member of the Lamiaceae family, is a perennial plant native to Japan, Korea, Manchuria, and Primorye. It thrives in partial sun or shade, requiring moist conditions and adaptable soil types—ranging from light (sandy) to heavy (clay). This plant can grow up to 0.3 meters tall and is known for its edible leaves, which are often used in culinary applications. Additionally, Meehania urticifolia has a long history of medicinal use, with documented benefits supporting its traditional role in herbal remedies. One distinctive feature of this plant is the presence of small, somewhat hairy leaves that give it an appearance similar to stinging nettle, hence part of its common name.