A plant of the genus Urtica, covered with minute sharp hairs containing a poison that produces a stinging sensation. Urtica gracilis is common in the Northern, and Urtica chamædryoides in the Southern, United States. The common European species, Urtica urens and Urtica dioica, are also found in the Eastern united States. Urtica pilulifera is the Roman nettle of England.
To fret or sting; to irritate or vex; to cause to experience sensations of displeasure or uneasiness not amounting to violent anger.
A botanical additive used in hair and skin products, particularly eye creams and treatments for the scalp.
Nettle is a green food that is actually better for you than spinach. Nettle has been used by several cultures as a source of nutrition during famine and war. It is an excellent source of organic iron but, unlike spinach, nettle is free of "oxalic" acid, which ties up calcium, preventing efficient use. Nettle is rich in: Iron and over ten phytonutrients.
( genus: Urtica) A usually tall plant with serrated leaves that is covered with stinging hairs.
A plant that was used to make cordage, often found along riverbanks or in the woods.
An herb sometimes called "stinging nettle" which is known to be used to nourish energy in nerves and the circulatory system and contains high amounts of vitamins C, D, A, and K that strengthens the hair and stimulates the scalp as being an excellent source of silica
Urtica doica Also known as stinging nettle. This plant is rich in nutrients such as Iron, Silicon, Potassium, and other minerals. It is good for inflammatory skin conditions, moisturizing, tones the skin and scalp and stimulates hair growth. Products found in: Olive Soap for Normal to Oily skin, Facial Regeneration Day Emulsion, Night-Time Retreat Cream, Hair Repair Treatment.
(Herbal) Rich in minerals and plant hormones, nettle extract is cleansing and astringent. Used in folk medicine to stimulate hair growth, it also acts as a glossifier.
any of numerous plants having stinging hairs that cause skin irritation on contact (especially of the genus Urtica or family Urticaceae)
sting with or as with nettles and cause a stinging pain or sensation
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations; "Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me"; "It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves"
Plant. The chemical from the plant may sometimes cause irritation of the skin.
Extract stimulates, softens
Is used to stimulate circulation, which makes it ideal for conditions such as laminitis, rheumatism and arthritis. It is a rich source of vitamin C and high in Iron, which ensures that the iron is absorbed efficiently by the body. Its actions are to raise the red cell count, improve oxygenation of the blood and stimulate the arterial flow. It is also a good tonic and high in chlorophyll. This herb has proven useful when combined with other herbs in treating EPM horses.
A wild plant "Urtica dioica", which grows in clusters on well manured ground with leaves that sting the exposed skin. The young leaves may be used as spinach or to make soup and lose their stinging capacity on boiling.
Urtica Dioica--Diuretic properties. Used for the treatment of urinary retention brought on by benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Adverse effects from consuming nettle tea can range from upset stomach to burning sensations in the skin, difficulty in urination and bloating. This herb is wonderful and works wonders
Has a long history of use in traditional medicine. Its flesh is rich in minerals and plant hormones and stimulates hair growth and softens the hair. Nettle is integral part of the LevensESSENTIE 23 herbal extract.
rich in vitamins and minerals (including silica and sulfur); medicinally used to treat eczema. Used in volume design foam to enhance setting properties.
