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Urtica ferox
Urtica ferox, commonly known as "Ongaonga", is a nettle that is endemic to New Zealand. Sometimes known as the "tree nettle", ongaonga has woody stems and unusually large stinging spines, and can grow 5 metres tall. Even the lightest touch can result in a painful sting that lasts several days. Highly poisonous.
Spotted on Dec 8, 2011
Submitted on Feb 28, 2013
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It's lethal, dear @NatraList, for people and animals (and especially for horses), but I get your point :)