Nettles leaf (Stinging) 1lb

Mars/Fire - removes spells/curses; protection; exorcism. Uses include tonic; highly nutritive; for anemia, skin disorders and allergies; restores health; expectorant; stops bleeding

Widely known for its sting, the leaves of nettles, or Urtica dioica, are covered with dozens of hairs. While most of the hairs don`t 'sting', some cling to the skin and inject chemicals that cause an itching, burning sensation that can last anywhere from minutes to weeks.

Despite this, nettles have long been held to be a potent, curative herb and indeed Nettles find mention as one of the plants evoked in the 10th century "Nine Herbs Charm" in which they are said to protect from poison and illness. Within such mystical lore, it was also said that nettles were able to remove curses and spells, and otherwise protect from magic. Some also used nettles during exorcism rituals.

Nettles were sometimes applied directly to the skin to intentionally induce the sting as a method of temporarily easing the pain of rheumatism, and it were also used in old Germany for the treatment of Arthritis.

In more modern use, they have been found in dandruff control shampoos and are sometimes given to cattle with their feed to give them a glossier coat. Some people also use nettles in culinary practices, where they are first soaked to remove the stinging chemicals. It is said that when prepared in this way, Nettles provides a taste similar to Spinach.

Among herbal lore, Nettles are known as a remedy for stopping bleeding. Modern herbalists also them in treating arthritis, anemia and hay fever. Some herbalists say that Nettles can be of aid in treating kidney problems and pain. Some also put them to use in treating skin disorders, as well as coughs as they have demonstrated some expectorant qualities. Studies have shown that the extract from Nettles can also be used in the treatment of prostate enlargement.

This is a 1 lb bag of cut Nettles leaf