Plants in northern bc

[Devon]

Hello, trying to identify these plants. Based on smell I believe one is possibly a herb - maybe oregano? Not sure, any info is appreciated. I'm in zone 4b in Canada. Thanks in advance

 

[alp]

I wish your photos were BIGGER! No BIGGER!

The first one looks like Astilbe and the 2nd one potatoes???? Ummm... could be very wrong and funny for the 2nd one!

 

[Devon]

Weird they were high res when I uploaded, sorry! Thanks for the suggestions!

 

[alp]

Actually the first one also looks like stinging nettle. Did they sting you? Or it could be catnip? No, I have retinal detachment which doesn't help. Please don't say sorry! I'd like to crack a joke too many!

 

[Devon]

It sure does look like stinging nettle (just googled)! I didn't get stung but it's a definite possibility that's what it is. Thanks so much!!

 

[alp]

Devon: If you touch it and you feel nothing, it won't be a stinging nettle. Stinging nettle always leaves you with an unforgettable and regrettable experience. Enough to make you cry and the pain is lingering and memorable! LOL!

 

[Devon]

Oh no! I didn't touch it but I see thorny hairs on the leaves so I pulled it out by the root. . I hear it's very invasive. thanks so much.

 

[roadrunner]

Actually, you can handle most stinging nettles without risk of being stung when the plant is young and the plant does look very young. As it ages the thorny stingers will become harder and that's when they will sting you.

Good video that shows this: