Stinging Nettle

Stinging Nettle, known locally as Sisnu, is identified botanically as Urtica dioica. A herb covered with fine hairs that release irritating compounds when fresh, but becomes suitable for handling after drying or cooking. Sisnu is traditionally used as a cooked leafy food, tea, fiber source, and botanical preparation. For Stinging Nettle, this listing specifically covers the leaves / aerial parts.