Galeopsis tetrahit

Galeopsis tetrahit L.

Common Hemp-Nettle

Common hemp-nettle is a herbaceous annual plant that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is known for its mint-like appearance but taller stature, with stems that have reflexed hairs and swollen nodes. The leaves are rhombic to elliptic with coarsely serrate edges, and the flowers are small, multicolored (purple, pink, or white), and bilaterally symmetrical. It is a pioneer species often found on disturbed sites such as roadsides.

Details

Order:

Lamiales

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Galeopsis

Chemistry:

The plant contains iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. Specific compounds include harpagoside, acteoside, and rosmarinic acid.

Uses:

Common hemp-nettle has been used traditionally for its medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. It is also known to attract bumblebees, making it beneficial for pollination.

Flowering time:

Summer

Sowing time:

Spring

Plant height:

20 to 70 cm (8 to 28 inches)

Flower color:

Purple, pink, or white

Suitable habitat:

Disturbed sites, roadsides, rough ground, arable land, logging clearances, and waste places

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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