Nettle Tincture Leaf 1:3 100ml

Description

Organic Nettle Leaf Tincture is prepared from the leaves of Urtica dioica, a plant widely recognised in European herbal traditions as a deeply nourishing and strengthening herb. Nettle has long been valued for its naturally rich mineral content and its role in traditional tonic formulations.

In herbal practice, nettle was often included in routines intended to support general resilience, seasonal balance and overall vitality. Its nutritive qualities made it a popular choice during periods of increased demand or recovery.

NOTE: For regulatory reasons, product pages describe ingredients and traditional context only. Information on traditional benefits, historical uses and research can be found on the Traditional Use & Research page.

Traditional Use

Nettle leaf has a long history of use as a traditional food and herb. It was commonly consumed as a spring green and included in soups, teas and herbal preparations. Herbalists valued nettle for its reputation as a restorative plant and frequently combined it with other native herbs such as dandelion or elderflower.

Nettle was also traditionally associated with seasonal routines and general cleansing practices, reflecting its long-standing place in folk herbalism.

Nutritional Interest

Nettle leaf is naturally rich in vitamins and minerals, including iron, vitamin C and vitamin A, as well as trace minerals and silica. These constituents have contributed to nettle’s reputation as a nourishing plant in traditional herbal systems.

Its nutritional profile has also made nettle a popular ingredient in both herbal and culinary traditions.

History

Nettle is mentioned in the writings of Hippocrates and Dioscorides, and has been used as both food and medicine for centuries. In 17th-century England, Samuel Pepys recorded eating nettle porridge, and nettle beers and tonics were commonly prepared by rural communities.

Throughout history, nettle has remained one of the most widely used native European herbs, valued for both nourishment and traditional herbal use.

Scientific Interest

Modern scientific research has examined nettle leaf for its nutritional profile and its interaction with inflammatory pathways. Studies have explored nettle’s phytochemical constituents and their relevance within traditional herbal contexts.

References to scientific studies reflect areas of research interest rather than medicinal claims regarding products sold on this website.

General Information

• Botanical name: Urtica dioica

• Common name: Stinging nettle

• Family: Urticaceae

• Habitat: Waste ground and waysides throughout Europe

• Parts used: Leaf

• Tincture strength: 1:3

Dose

Add 10–20 drops to water, up to three times daily, or as directed by a qualified herbal practitioner.