Tinctura urticae radix Tinktura korjena koprive 30ml (Urtica dioica)
Ingredients: nettle (Urtica dioica radix) and alc 70%
Content: 30ml
Nettle ~ herb of wisdom
In the nettle’s sting lies its wisdom: defend yourself, but give freely of your gifts and the guardian of boundaries, teaching us to respect both ourselves and others."
“When the nettle is young, the leaves make excellent greens; when it grows old it has filaments and fibers like hemp and flax. Cloth made from the nettle is as good as that made from hemp. Chopped up, the nettle is good for poultry; pounded, it is good for horned cattle. The seed of the nettle mixed with the fodder of animals gives a luster to their skin; the root, mixed with salt, produces a beautiful yellow dye. It makes, however, excellent hay, as it can be cut twice in a season. And what does the nettle need? very little soil, no care, no culture; except that the seeds fall as fast as they ripen, and it is difficult to gather them; that is all. If we would take a little pains, the nettle would be useful; we neglect it, and it becomes harmful. Then we kill it. How much men are like the nettle! My friends, remember this, that there are no weeds, and no worthless men, there are only bad farmers.”
- Victor Hugo
Tinctura Urticae radix Tinktura korjena koprive 30ml (Urtica dioica)
Nettle, commonly known as stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is herbaceous perennial flowering plant in the family Urticaceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, North Africa, and South America, but has been naturalized in many other regions.
Urtica dioica typically grows to a height of 1–2 meters (3–7 feet). It has heart-shaped, serrated leaves and tiny greenish flowers. The plant is known for its fine, needle-like hairs on the leaves and stems. These hairs contain chemicals like histamine, formic acid, and acetylcholine, which cause a stinging sensation when touched. It thrives in nitrogen-rich soils, often found in forests, grasslands, and alongside rivers or roadsides.
The root of the stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) has been valued in traditional and modern medicine for its numerous health benefits. While the leaves and aerial parts of the plant are widely recognized for their anti-inflammatory and nutrient-rich properties, the root is particularly notable for its role in supporting urinary and prostate health.
Medicinal properties of nettle root (Urtica dioica radix) and its preparations, specially mother tincture (Tinctura urticae radix, tinktura korjena koprive) are well known for numerous beneficial properties for human organism, specially blood and detox;
- Supports prostate health; benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Improves urinary tract function; diuretic properties and anti-inflammatory effects
- Hormonal balance
- Anti-Inflammatory and antioxidant effects
- May support hair growth
- Boosts immune function
- Alleviates joint pain
Traditional use of nettle root throught history
The use of nettle root (Urtica dioica radix) throughout traditional history reflects its status as a valuable medicinal and symbolic plant in many cultures. Across civilizations, nettle root has been used for healing, nourishment, and spiritual practices.
In ancient egypt nettle root, along with the aerial parts of the plant, was used for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. Egyptians recognized nettle as a blood purifier and used it to treat arthritis and back pain.
Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine," documented over 60 remedies using nettle, including treatments for wounds, coughs, and skin ailments. Roman soldiers used nettles (including the root) to stimulate circulation by rubbing the plant on their skin in cold climates. Nettle root was consumed to treat urinary issues and improve stamina.
During the Middle Ages, nettle root was part of herbal apothecaries; rostate and kidney health (it was widely used for urinary problems, including bladder stones and kidney infections), wound healing (preparations of nettle root were applied to wounds to accelerate healing and prevent infections), blood purifier (physicians prescribed it for "cleansing the blood" and treating skin conditions like eczema).
Trought renaissance period nettle became a symbol of resilience and health in herbal medicine. In Nicholas Culpeper's herbal (1653), nettle was classified as a "hot" herb, suitable for treating cold, damp conditions like joint pain, lethargy, and slow metabolism. The root was particularly noted for its ability to strengthen the urinary system and was included in remedies for gout and arthritis.
In 18th and 19th century europe nettle root gained recognition for alleviating symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in aging men, even before modern medical understanding of the condition. Decoctions of nettle root were applied to the scalp to promote hair growth and prevent balding, a practice rooted in European folk medicine. Herbalists recommended nettle root for improving energy levels and addressing "weakness of the blood."
Traditional chinese medicine (TCM) integrated nettle root into TCM as an imported herb while not native to China. It is used to support kidney yang energy, considered essential for male reproductive health, vitality, and hormonal balance. Nettle root is combined with other herbs to enhance blood flow and treat lower body stagnation.
In Ayurveda, nettle root is used for balancing Kapha dosha due to its detoxifying and diuretic properties. It is considered a rejuvenative tonic, improving overall strength and vitality. Nettle root is also believed to support hair health and prevent premature greying or thinning.
Nettle root was used by indigenous (Native American traditions) tribes for its nourishing and healing properties; urinary health (decoctions were consumed to cleanse the bladder and kidneys), energy tonic (the root was used to restore strength after illness or childbirth), wound care (root infusions were applied to accelerate healing of cuts and wounds).
In Slavic and Scandinavian folklore, nettle root was revered for its protective and restorative properties; virility and fertility (it was believed to enhance male strength and fertility), protective magic (nettle roots and leaves were used in rituals to ward off evil spirits and bad luck), hair growth (traditional remedies involved rinsing the scalp with nettle root water to strengthen hair and prevent hair loss).
Nettles, including the root, were often symbols of resilience, protection, and endurance. The plant's dual nature - causing a sting but offering healing - paralleled the concept of overcoming hardship for greater strength.
Nettle root constituents
Nettle root (Urtica dioica radix) contains a rich array of bioactive compounds responsible for its diverse medicinal properties; phytosterols (beta-sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol), lignans (secoisolariciresinol and neo-olivil). Lignans in nettle root interact with sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), affecting the availability of testosterone and estrogen. Polysaccharides, phenolic compounds (caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid and coumarins), fatty acids (linoleic acid and palmitic acid), lectins (urtica dioica agglutinin [UDA]), minerals (iron, calcium, magnesium and zink), vitamins (vitamin C and vitamin K) and others.
Nettle root’s diverse constituents work synergistically to support its medicinal properties, particularly for prostate health, hormonal balance, and anti-inflammatory effects. Its composition makes it a valuable herb in traditional and modern medicine alike.