WILD NETTLE LEAF

Description

ABOUT

Nettle commonly grows in nutrient dense soil and can be easily found in fields and stream banks. It is a herbaceous perennial plant, with dark green leaves. The tiny hairs are hollow and extract histamine which gives a sharp stinging reaction to the skin. Highly nutritious with many associated nutritional benefits.

OTHER NAMES

Urtica dioica, nettle leaves, common nettle, stinging nettle, beggar’s lice

CORRESPONDENCES

Mars, fire, masculine

MAGICKAL FOLKLORE

Magickal uses include dispelling darkness & fear, strengthening the will, and aiding in the ability to handle emergencies. Useful to anyone with a menstrual cycle and has strengthening and pain easing qualities towards a bleed, and during menopause. Often used in pregnancy and postnatal teas. Known as a protection plant. 

USES 

Edible, tea, tincture, yoni steam, ritual

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Any medicinal benefits given here are a product of our own research and as such should not be taken over the advice of trained medical professionals. If you are sick, please see a doctor. Always make sure that anything you consume is 100% safe and if you are on medication or pregnant, consult your doctor or midwife before consuming.

WEIGHT

25g in compostable packaging