Nettle is a perennial plant of the nettle family. It reaches 50 cm in height. The stem of the plant is erect, the flowers are bisexual, which is why its name came to be. How the nettle looks like nettles can be seen in the photo.
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Descriptionplants
Stinging nettle is a low plant with a long branched rhizome. The upper part of the stem has branching. Small elongated leaves of the heart-shaped form are distributed along small branches. Nettle is completely covered with long, burning hairs. The blossom starts from June to September. Flowers have a greenish tint, small in size. In the photo you can see the plant in the flowering period.
Where does the nettle grow? The plant can be found in coniferous and deciduous forests, near roadsides, on wastelands and weedy places. It grows in Central Asia, the Middle East, Eastern Siberia, the Caucasus, in some regions of Russia and Ukraine. Many consider nettle a weed, but in fact it has many useful properties that some people do not even guess.
The healing properties of the plant
This plant is recognized and widely distributed both in folk and in traditional medicine. It has a wide range of effects on the human body, namely:
- plant is capable of stopping bleeding;
- is used as an antimicrobial agent;
- removes inflammatory processes in the body;
- is a good diuretic and choleretic agent;
- eliminates pain;
- relieves fever;
- eliminates the appearance of parasites in the body.
In addition, decoctions prepared from this plant, contribute to the reduction of sugar, which is very important for people suffering from elevated blood sugar. Tinctures of nettle have a beneficial effect on blood coagulability, increase hemoglobin and the number of red blood cells.
A large amount of chlorophyll in the plant helps to increase immunity, normalizes metabolism, work of the gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular and respiratory tract.
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Species of nettle
In addition to nettle, there are many more species of this plant, on the description of which you should stop your attention.
Stinging nettle
An annual plant that is known for its ability to irritate the skin. It has many healing properties. Promotes the elimination of such ailments:
- intestinal obstruction;
- hemorrhoids;
- purulent wounds on the skin;
- anemia;
- atherosclerosis;
- pain in the joints;
- lung disease.
Has a great similarity with dioecious nettle, it is also taken for a weed plant. From the burning nettle prepare various broths, tinctures, solutions for rubbing and compresses.
Deaf nettle
Unlike the previous one, it does not have hairs on its stems. A comparatively small plant - reaches up to 40 cm in height. As a medicine only flowers are used that can treat against such diseases as:
- allergy;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
It is widely used as a spice for giving more spicy taste to dishes from vegetables, fish or meat.
Decorative
It is cultivated for giving aesthetic beauty to park zones and personal plots. It is famous for its abundance of flowers. It can be red, yellow, purple, pink, which is very pleasing to the eye. For a comfortable growth requires regular pruning and watering. And in general - a plant unpretentious.
Room nettles
In its appearance it is similar to deaf nettle. It is an excellent decoration for home window sills. It does not require special care. In winter, the leaves may lose their brightness due to the frequent absence of light.
Dog Nettle
This plant species can be found in some regions of Russia, Western Siberia, Ukraine and the Caucasus. Has such beneficial effects on the body:
- contributes to the normalization of sleep;
- has a calming effect;
- treats neuroses;
- normalizes the work of the cardiovascular system;
- helps hypertensive people to feel better.
Nettle cannabis
A perennial plant from which it is possible to make tinctures and decoctions. These drugs have a beneficial effect on the body in such ways:
- reduce elevated body temperature;
- is used as a diuretic;
- contribute to getting rid of parasites in the body;
- improve lactation during breastfeeding.
Plant roots are used to treat malignant tumors.
Prescriptions for the preparation of medicines
Since this plant has a wide range of effects on the human body, home-made medicines from the nettle can help get rid of many diseases:
- Gallstones. It will take 20 g of plant roots, which should be finely chopped. Add 1 glass of liquid flower honey. Let it simmer for 15 minutes. At the end of the time, strain and consume 1 tbsp.l.5 times a day.
- Spasms in the stomach, leading to vomiting. Should take 1 tsp.of the crushed root of the plant, pour 1 cup of milk. Put on a slow fire for about 10 minutes. Take 2 tbsp.l.every 2 hours until the complete elimination of unpleasant symptoms.
- Inflammation of the joints.100 ml of refined sunflower oil put on a small fire, meanwhile grind the nettle root in an amount of 1 tbsp.l. Add to the boiling oil and leave to cook for 30 minutes. After the time has elapsed, strain and use as rubbing the affected joints 3 times a day.
- Regular migraines. Should take 3 tbsp.l.dry plant leaves, pour 2 glasses of water, put on simmer for about 3 minutes. Infuse 1 hour. Eat 2 tablespoons each.l.3 times a day.
- Hair loss. It will take 100 g of crushed nettle leaves, pour over 0.5 liters of water and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. The resulting broth strain and wash the head without using shampoo. The procedure should be repeated every evening.
- Puffiness of the extremities. To do this, you need to prepare a diuretic. You should take 50 g of finely chopped plant leaves, pour 1 liter of boiling water. Infuse 1 hour. At the end of the time, strain and take 1 glass 3 times a day.
For children, you can prepare tea from the nettle. This will require 1 tsp.dried plant, pour 1 glass of water. Use after cooling down. One cup per day is enough for a child to normalize the functioning of the immune system.
It's important to remember! Despite the useful properties of medicines prepared at home, you should definitely consult with a specialist!
Contraindications to the use of
Nettle nettle has its contraindications, like any other remedy. Namely, in such situations:
- varicose veins;
- kidney failure;
- hypertension;
- atherosclerosis;
- nettle allergy.
Also, women during pregnancy should carefully take medicine based on this plant. Because excessive use of them can cause premature birth.