nettle
Urtica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Nettle, scientifically known as Urtica, is a versatile medicinal plant celebrated for its potent healing properties. Renowned for its anti-inflammatory and nutrient-rich profile, it is frequently used to support kidney health, alleviate seasonal allergies, and combat joint pain. This resilient herb remains a cornerstone of traditional herbal medicine worldwide.
- Family
- Urticaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Nettle · Nettles · 1 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Selepsion
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- nettle
- nettles
- stinging nettles
Scientific Names
Accepted name
UrticaSynonyms
- Selepsion
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Ortigas
German:
- Brennnesseln
French:
- orties
- Ortie
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales, it is classified under the family Urticaceae. It is ultimately identified by the genus Urtica.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Urticaceae |
| Genus | Urtica |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. The species is also well-documented within the territories of Finland and Iceland. Additionally, its presence extends to the islands of Føroyar. Finally, the plant is widely distributed throughout Great Britain.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Iceland |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Svalbard |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Urtica has 7 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, Antidiabetic, Antihypertensive, Antiviral, Diuretic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihypertensive | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Nephroprotective | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anthelmintic
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Antidiabetic
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Antihypertensive
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Antiviral
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Diuretic
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Hepatoprotective
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Nephroprotective
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Conditions
Urtica has 13 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include bronchitis, cancer, cough, diarrhea, fever.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Bronchitis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cough | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diarrhea | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fever | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hemorrhoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| High blood pressure | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kidney stones | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rheumatism | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rheumatoid arthritis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Bronchitis
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Cancer
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Cough
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Diarrhea
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Fever
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Hemorrhoids
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
High blood pressure
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Kidney stones
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Rheumatism
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Rheumatoid arthritis
- Critical reviews in eukaryotic gene expression
Preparations
Urtica has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include balms, extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Balms | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Balms
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Extracts
- Advanced biomedical research