Stinging Nettle

Stinging nettle is very versatile. It can be cooked in stews and soups, brewed as an herbal tisane (tea), applied as an ointment and taken as a supplement.

Stinging Nettle is used as a medicine, and as a food source that is high in fibre. Nettles are an excellent source of protein. They also contain high amounts of vitamins A, B and C, as well as calcium, magnesium, potassium and zinc.

Stinging Nettle: (Urtica dioica)
Orders: Rosales
Family: Urticaceae
Also Known As:  Grosse Brenness
Native To: Europe
Parts Used: whole herb

Origin: Ontario, Canada, Wild-crafted