Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Urticaceae family, native across Europe, Asia, northern Africa, and North America. The plant's toothed, heart-shaped leaves are covered with fine stinging hairs that inject a mild irritant on contact with skin. Despite this, the leaves are widely used in traditional culinary preparations across many cultures — particularly in soups, stews, and cooked vegetable dishes — as heat renders the stinging hairs inert. The dried leaves are also used in herbal teas and botanical infusions. Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and calcium, nettle is one of the most nutritionally dense edible botanicals in temperate regions.
Botanical Identity: Botanical Name: Urtica dioica Common Name: Stinging Nettle, Common Nettle Plant Part: Leaf Form: Whole Organic Dried Herb Size: 1 oz (28.3g) Certifications: Certified Organic, Kosher
Common Uses: Dried nettle leaves are used in herbal teas, infusions, and culinary preparations such as soups, pasta fillings, and cooked greens. Handle dried whole leaves with care, as the stinging hairs retain mild irritant properties until steeped or cooked.
Natural Botanical Variation: Color, texture, and aroma may vary slightly between batches due to natural variation in plant material.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep tightly sealed when not in use.
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