Stinging Nettle, Urtica dioica, has traditionally been enjoyed as a wild edible. This nutrient-rich herb is a significant source of vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, silicon, potassium chloride, chlorophyll, protein, and dietary fiber. The vitamin content may help support skin, hair, nails, and a healthy circulatory and respiratory system. Herbalists have used nettle preparations for the skin and also to support healthy urinary function. Nettles is a marvelous blood builder and nourishing tonic. It is one of the best herbs to take daily to rebuild a tired body that’s depleted of minerals and vitamins.

Edible Parts: Leaves and seeds

Medicinal Parts: Leaves, seeds, and roots (rhizomes)

Preparations: Infusion, tincture, vinegar, pesto, cooked greens, juice, broth, powder, capsules

Herbal Actions:

• Nutritive tonic
• Alternative
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antirheumatic
• Diuretic
• Galactagogue
• Astringent

How I use Nettle in my home: I make my infusions at night before I go to bed, and they are ready in the morning. An infusion is a large amount of herb brewed for a long time. Typically, one ounce by weight (about a cup by volume) of dried herb is placed in a quart jar, which is then filled to the top with boiling water and allowed to steep for 4-10 hours. After straining, a cup or more is consumed, and the remainder is chilled. Drinking 2-4 cups a day is usual.

My favorite herbs for infusion are Nettle, Oatstraw, Red Clover, Burdock, and a pinch of Lemon Balm.

Dried, 4oz, 12.00