What is Nettle?
Nettle is a plant in the Urticaceae family that is more commonly known as Urtica dioica, or stinging nettle. This plant is native to Eurasia and has also been found growing on the North American continent in the wilderness. Stinging nettle is a perennial plant that grows in large patches and prefers rich, moist soil. Its leaves are serrated and heart-shaped with stems that are covered in prickly hairs that, if came into contact with, can cause painful stinging on the skin.