Primarily called stinging nettle or nettle, Urtica dioica is a member of the family Urticaceae and is native to Europe and Eurasia. Stinging nettle has been used as a vegetable and folk remedy since ancient times. The American Botanical Council (ABC) is passionate about helping people live healthier lives through the responsible use of herbs and medicinal plants. As an independent, nonprofit education organization, ABC is dedicated to providing accurate and reliable information for consumers, healthcare practitioners, researchers, educators, industry and the media. Please enjoy this information on stinging nettle made available through the generosity of Soladox's adoption.

Additional ABC Stinging Nettle Resources

Stinging Nettle herb and leaf monograph from The Complete German Commission E Monographs—Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines

Stinging Nettle root monograph from The Complete German Commission E Monographs—Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines

Stinging Nettle herb and leaf monograph from Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs

Stinging Nettle root monograph from Herbal Medicine: Expanded Commission E Monographs


HerbalGram Articles

Stinging Nettle Profile. 2016; 110:8-17

HerbClip reviews

Review of Nettle Herb: Safety and Efficacy. HC# 070575-347, February 29, 2008

Review of Stinging Nettle Root Extract Efficacy for BPH. HC# 080671-336, Septermber 14, 2007

Long Term Use of Stinging Nettle Improves Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms. HC# 040664-317, November 29, 2006

Review of Urtica spp. (Nettles). HC# 070541-268, November 15, 2004

Fresh Stinging Nettle May Be Effective in Treating Some Osteoarthritis Pain. HC# 080613-202, September 22, 2001

Review of Stinging Nettle. HC# 092881-151, February 22, 1999

Nettle Leaves Show Antiinflammatory Effect Against Arthritis in Clinical Study. HC# 022382-132, April 8, 1998

Nettle Monograph. HC# 012881-128, February 13, 1998

 

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