* Europe

* North America

* Asia

* Australia

* New Zealand

They thrive in moist, shady environments such as:

* Woodland edges

* Roadsides

* Wastelands

* Gardens

They prefer rich, nitrogenous soils.

It's worth noting that there are many different species of nettles, with some being more common in certain regions than others.

For example, the stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is widespread throughout Europe and North America, while the dwarf nettle (Urtica urens) is found in warmer regions of the world.