Stinging nettle is a native plant in Europe and United States of America.

The roots and the leaves have medicinal value. Moreover, the leaves have  a high nutrient value. It's medicinal value was also recognized in the ancient times and was used as blood builder, and in astringents and diuretics. The leaves were crushed into a powder which was used to stop bleeding when someone was cut. In cases of excessive nose bleeding and menstrual flow it was taken as tea to stop the bleeding. It was discovered that the leaves could treat arthritis.

Recently, it has been proved that the leaf tea had the power to aid in coagulation and hemoglobin formation. This is the reason why traditionally it would stop any form of bleeding. The leaf extract has shown to have positive results when used by people with heart problems. More studies are still being carried out to know the efficiency of this drug. The most recent studies showed that the leaf powder could also treat some allergies. The dried leaves are manufactured into tablets or capsules and are available in the pharmaceuticals.

One needs to be careful when handling the fresh leaf since it stings.