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13-08-2008, 04:14 PM
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when a nettle stings you does it lose its sting, eventually getting worn out or does it replace it?....
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13-08-2008, 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by leifus  when a nettle stings you does it lose its sting, eventually getting worn out or does it replace it?.... | Not completely sure - but I would guess that stings don't regrow. But new leaves will have more stings!
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14-08-2008, 09:34 AM
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mmm right - it was a question someone asked me the other day so i thought id ask everybody here
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14-08-2008, 09:56 AM
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Hi Leifus
The individual hairs containing the toxins are broken to allow its release. Provided the leaf isn't damaged I would think it is quite possible that they would be replaced.
Great opportunity for some research (for you  )
All the best
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14-08-2008, 10:04 AM
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Its the stem that has the most stinging hairs. 
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14-08-2008, 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Lance Morgan Its the stem that has the most stinging hairs. | OK, substitute leaf and stem for leaf
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14-08-2008, 10:14 AM
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and i understand there arent any stingers on the top of the leaf?
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