Medicinal Benefits of Nettle:
The nettle plant is used for treating high blood pressure, gout, PMS, rheumatism, and ending diarrhea, scurvy, liver and prostate problems. Externally it is used as a compress to treat neuralgia and arthritis. It is a very high source of digestible iron. Nettle is also used to treat anemia, fatigue, edema, menstrual difficulties, eczema, enlarged prostate (especially when combined with Saw Palmetto), urinary tract problems, hay fever and allergies. It is very supportive during pregnancy. Nettle infusions can be used as a hair rinse to treat dandruff and to stimulate hair growth.
GROWING: As nettle is considered a bothersome weed, it is often exposed to herbicides and chemical treatment. it is best to purchase this herb from a store. The spines on a nettle plant can cause painful stinging, and should normally be avoided for cultivation in your own herbal garden.
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Urtica spp