Urtica dioica
The English names for this herb are Common Nettle, Great stinging Nettle, Nettle, Stinging Nettle.
Description
Urtica dioica. A common perennial with a square bristly stem 2-3 feet high, with opposite cordate petiolate deeply serrated pointed leaves which are downy underneath. Covered in rigid stinging hairs which contain an irritating fluid. Small greenish flowers in axillary clusters bloom in summer.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Urtica dioica are Anti-rheumatic, Astringent, Depurative, Diuretic, Estrogenic, Expectorant, Hypoglycaemic, Nourishing, Nutritive, Restorative, Stimulant.
Indications
The indications of Urtica dioica's Whole Herb are Cough, Cystitis, Ascites, Tuberculosis, Gastro-Intestinal Disorders, Anaemia, Fatigue, Bladder Irritation, Chronic Skin Diseases, Arthritis, Edema, Sunburn, Bengin prostatic hyperplasia, Hay fever, Pregnancy report, Urinary haemorrhage.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves | 300.000 – 0.000 mg | N/A |
| Tincture | 2.000 – 6.000 ml | three times a day |
| Whole Herb | 2.000 – 4.000 g | Dried herb. |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Urtica dioica.
Substitutes
No information regarding Urtica dioica's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Urtica dioica are Chlorophyll, Flavonoids [glycosides of quercetin, kaempferol].
The active constituents of Urtica dioica's Hairs are Enzymes, Formic Acid, Glucoquinone, Histamine, Minerals [Ca, K, Si, Fe, Mn, S, Vit C, A & K], Silica, Tannins, Volatile & resin acids.
Antidotes
No information regarding Urtica dioica's antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Urtica dioica. (work in progress)