Stinging Nettle

Scientific Name: Urtica dioica

Botanical Family: Urticaceae

Plant Type: Herb (perennial)

Geographical Origin: Europe/Asia; widespread in North America

Species/Variety: Urtica dioica


Description

Serrated leaves with stinging hairs; nutritious leafy herb.

Therapeutic Properties

Diuretic; Anti-inflammatory; Nutritive

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Leaf tea; Food; Tincture

Dosage

Tea: 2–4 tsp dried leaf per 250 mL water; Food: cooked leaves as greens

Precautions

Handle fresh plant carefully to avoid stings; may interact with diuretics.

Replacement / Alternatives

Dandelion leaf (diuretic/nutritive)

References

VASCAN

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