Nettle

INCI	Urtica dioica
Other names	žahavka, žihlava
We use in our products	nettle extract, nettle powder, nettle leaves

Description

Nettle is one of our absolute favorite herbs, loved for its wide range of uses. You won't have to search long for this tall plant with a square stem, green flowers, and serrated leaves covered in stinging hairs. It is very common in damp places and is often considered a pesky weed. However, this is only true for those who have yet to discover its almost miraculous effects. It contains acids - silica, formic, and pantothenic, a large amount of chlorophyll, vitamin C, B vitamins, magnesium, calcium, potassium, carotenoids, flavonoids, and tannins.

Harvesting time: leaves in spring (until May 20), root in March and October, seeds ideally in August (as soon as they appear).

Effects and Uses

Nettle has cleansing, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and healing properties. It helps with acne, eczema, rashes, and skin inflammations. It positively affects hair growth and prevents hair loss, alleviates skin itching and dandruff formation, and cleanses and regenerates the skin.

When taken internally, it purifies the blood and stimulates metabolism throughout the body. It acts as a mild diuretic. It helps with congestion, diseases of internal organs (stomach, spleen, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, kidneys), and combats fatigue and feelings of exhaustion. You can prepare a delicious tea or a refreshing salad from nettle.