Urtica dioica L.
Nettle is a known herb in botanical markets and is usually requested dried and cut for defined herb and food-related applications according to the destination market and processor requirements.
| English name | Nettle |
| German name | Brennnessel |
| Latin name | Urtica dioica L. |
| Botanical family | Urticaceae |
| Commercial part | Leaves and aerial parts |
| Supply forms | Whole leaves, cut, crushed |
Specifications should address plant part, cut size, color, stem content, cleanliness, moisture and permitted use in the target market.
