Urtica dioica, often known as common nettle, burn nettle, stinging nettle (although not all plants of this species sting) or nettle leaf, or just a nettle or stinger, is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant in the family Urticaceae.

2023年10月24日 · Stinging nettle is a nutritious plant popular in Western herbal medicine. It may reduce inflammation, hay fever symptoms, blood pressure and blood sugar levels — among other benefits. Stinging...

2024年12月21日 · stinging nettle, (Urtica dioica), weedy perennial plant of the nettle family (Urticaceae), known for its stinging leaves. Stinging nettle is distributed nearly worldwide but is especially common in Europe, North America, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

2022年5月21日 · Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a fast-growing herbaceous perennial that is usually regarded as a weed but is occasionally grown as a garden plant. Erect stems growing three to seven feet tall are lined with soft-green pointed leaves with serrated edges.

2024年5月22日 · Stinging nettle: wild plant with many benefits in the kitchen (nettle soup), in the garden (nettle liquid plant food), and as a natural remedy (nettle allergy tea). See how to harness the power of nettles!

Stinging Nettle is a perennial herb growing nearly worldwide. There are 5 subspecies of which 4 have stinging hairs. It occurs in moist sites along streams, meadow, and ditches, on mountain slopes, in woodland clearings, and in disturbed areas.

2024年10月5日 · Urtica dioica, commonly referred to as common nettle, burn nettle, or simply nettle, is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Urticaceae family. This species, native to Europe, parts of temperate Asia, and North Africa, has now spread globally.

A very common plant, the stinging nettle can be found growing in gardens, hedgerows, fields, woodlands and many other habitats. Its preference for damp, fertile and disturbed ground makes it a good coloniser of places enriched by human activities, such as agriculture and development.

Common nettle (Urtica dioica) is a perennial herb that?s native to California and much of North America. This plant is known for the stinging hairs on its leaves and stems. Although it is sometimes classified as weed, it has a long history of use as a food and medicinal plant.

Use as a food Common nettle is widely thought of as one of the most nutritious foods in the world. It is rich in minerals and vitamins, has a high protein content and is easily digestible. The sting needs to be neutralised by heat or extreme cold before consumption, and only young leaves should be consumed (see Hazards).