Stinging Nettle Leaf – Urtica dioica L. – Herba Organica

Description

Stinging Nettle Leaf — Urtica dioica L. — Dried Leaves for Infusions

About Stinging Nettle Leaf

Stinging Nettle Leaf from Herba Organica is a carefully wild-collected herb, hand-packed to preserve its natural colour, texture, and character. Known for its long history in European herbal traditions, Stinging Nettle has been valued as a practical, versatile plant for everyday household infusions and simple herbal blends.

The dried leaves are soft and finely textured, making them ideal for steeping in hot water or combining with other herbs and flowers. Their mild, green profile allows them to form the base of gentle infusions or creative blends, providing a versatile ingredient suitable for daily herbal routines.

Traditional Uses

In Europe, Stinging Nettle leaves were harvested during spring and early summer, dried carefully, and stored for later use. Traditionally, they were prepared as straightforward herbal infusions or combined with other wild herbs depending on seasonal availability. In rural households, Stinging Nettle was a familiar and accessible ingredient, forming part of everyday herbal practices. Its ease of preparation and storage made it a reliable choice for regular infusions and blends.

Ingredients

100% dried Stinging Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica L.), carefully collected and prepared with no additives, preservatives, or artificial colours, ensuring a pure and natural herbal ingredient.

Everyday Uses

Stinging Nettle Infusion

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon Stinging Nettle Leaf

• 250 ml freshly boiled water

Preparation:
Place the dried Nettle Leaves in a cup or teapot and pour over freshly boiled water. Cover and allow the leaves to steep for 8–10 minutes, giving time for their gentle green character to infuse fully. You can adjust the steeping time if you prefer a stronger or milder flavour. Once steeped, strain the infusion into a cup. Enjoy warm as a soothing, mild herbal drink, or let it cool slightly and serve over ice for a refreshing variation. This simple infusion is suitable for daily enjoyment and can also serve as a base for creative herbal blends.

Creative Herbal Blends

Nettle & Lemon Verbena

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon Stinging Nettle Leaf

• ½ teaspoon Lemon Verbena Leaf

• 250 ml freshly boiled water

Preparation:
Place the herbs in a cup or small teapot. Pour freshly boiled water over them and cover to allow the herbs to steep for 8–10 minutes. This lets the mild green notes of the Stinging Nettle combine with the bright, citrusy aroma of lemon verbena. Adjust steeping time to taste if you prefer a stronger infusion. Strain before drinking and enjoy warm as a herbal beverage, or let it cool for a refreshing iced infusion.

Nettle & Raspberry Leaf

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon Stinging Nettle Leaf

• ½ teaspoon Raspberry Leaf

• 250 ml freshly boiled water

Preparation:
Place the herbs in a cup or small teapot and pour over freshly boiled water. Cover and allow to steep for 8–10 minutes so the soft green notes of Stinging Nettle blend with the gentle sweetness of raspberry leaf. Adjust the steeping time for a stronger or milder flavour if desired. Strain before drinking and enjoy warm as a soothing infusion, or cool and serve over ice for a refreshing herbal beverage.

Nettle, Rosehip Peel & Hibiscus

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon Stinging Nettle Leaf

• ½ teaspoon Rosehip Peel

• ½ teaspoon Hibiscus Flowers

• 250 ml freshly boiled water

Preparation:
Place the herbs in a cup or small teapot and pour over freshly boiled water. Cover and steep for 8–10 minutes to allow the gentle green notes of stinging nettle to combine with the subtle fruity character of rosehip peel and the bright, tart notes of hibiscus. Adjust the steeping time to achieve a stronger or milder flavour if desired. Strain before drinking and enjoy warm as a soothing herbal infusion, or let it cool for a refreshing iced beverage.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odours. After opening, keep in a tightly sealed pouch or transfer to an airtight container to maintain freshness, colour, and mild herbal character.

Important Information

The description and any information provided about this product are for informational purposes only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, nor to replace professional medical advice. For official UK guidance on the safe use of herbal products, see the NHS page. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult a qualified healthcare professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.