🌿 Stinging Nettle: The Leafy Powerhouse Behind My Tinctures

When I first started crafting my herbal formulas for Harris Botanicals, I knew I wanted every ingredient to serve a purpose. One herb that quickly stood out to me was stinging nettle (Urtica dioica). At first glance, nettle might look like a prickly plant you’d want to avoid—but once you get past its sting, it reveals itself as one of nature’s most versatile and nutrient-rich allies.

✨ A Plant with a Rich Tradition

Stinging nettle has been used in traditional herbal practices for centuries. From Europe to North America, it has been brewed as a tea, infused into tonics, and even eaten as a spring green. What drew me in is how this humble plant has always been seen as both grounding and nourishing, something people turned to as a dependable daily herb.

🌱 Why I Chose Nettle for My Tinctures

When I was formulating my tinctures, I wanted herbs that not only complemented each other but also offered real, everyday support. Nettle stood out to me because of:

Its rich nutrient profile – Nettle is packed with vitamins and minerals that make it feel like a “green food” in tincture form.

Its balancing nature – In many traditions, nettle is considered a balancing herb, something that supports the whole system instead of focusing on just one thing.

Its versatility – It blends beautifully with other herbs, which is why I paired it with wormwood in my Bitter Shield tincture.

💚 My Connection to Nettle

Beyond its history and benefits, nettle resonates with me on a personal level. To me, nettle represents resilience—a plant that protects itself, thrives in almost any soil, and yet gives so generously once you approach it with care. That spirit of resilience is exactly what I want to capture in my formulas: simple, natural support that reminds us of the strength we already carry.

🌿 Final Thoughts

At Harris Botanicals, I don’t choose ingredients randomly—I choose them with intention. Stinging nettle is more than just a “supportive herb.” For me, it’s a symbol of nourishment, balance, and rooted strength.

So the next time you see nettle in one of my tinctures, know that it’s there for a reason—and it’s one of the herbs I’m most proud to work with.