Element: Fire
Planet: Mars
Energy: Masculine/Expressive
Properties: Exorcism, protection, healing, lust, purification
Folk names: Greater Nettle, Common Nettle, Burn Weed, Ortiga Ancha, Stinging Nettle, Stinging Leaf, Devil's Leaf
Botanical Name: Urtica dioica
Nettle offers deep healing and teachings around nourishment, healthy boundaries, resilience, abundance, growth, and connection to nature.
The protective powers of nettle have long been used in magic. Stuff a poppet with nettle or use it in a floor wash to remove a curse and return it to sender. Alternatively, sprinkle nettle around the house to keep evil out. Nettle has sometimes been used as a lust-inducing herb, and contemporary Mexican spiritualists recommend its use in purification baths.
Disclaimer: Use herbs with caution. It is recommended that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before working with or ingesting any herbs, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
We make no actual claims nor guarantee any supernatural, magical, or medicinal qualities for any product. The names and alleged powers are gathered from books, folklore, and various occult sources. Not evaluated by the FDA.
