Nettle Leaf has a prickly reputation - it is known as stinging nettle because the plant has bristly hairs called trichomes. Yet, the leaves lose their sting when dried or cooked, and you're left with a nutrient-packed plant.
Nettles are an herbaceous perennial plant native to Asia, North America, Northern Africa, and Europe.
Nettle Leaf tastes similar to spinach and can be sprinkled in soups, stews, and rice. When brewed into an herbal tea, Nettle boasts a rich, herbaceous taste.
Common Names
Stinging nettle, common nettle, greater nettle
Nettle leaf is a rich source of antioxidants like vitamin C, which reduce the number of harmful molecules called free radicals in your system.
Nettle is thought to provide a range of other health benefits, including: