There are a number of edible weeds, including dandelion, purslane and lambs quarter. While it might be hard to swallow, figuratively speaking, stinging nettle may be added to that list. Urtica dioica, ...

MUNCIE, Ind. – My introduction to stinging nettle came in my youth when a group of us went swimming in a local farm pond. Instead of exiting the way I entered, I decided to climb up an unmown bank.

Stinging nettles are plants with sharp hairs on their leaves. Potential health benefits include arthritis relief, reduction in seasonal allergies, and diabetes management. However, there is limited ...

Entries for the tallest nettle must be grown within a 10-mile radius of the pub Details of a nettle growing contest that will run alongside this year's Stinging Nettle Eating World Championships have ...

A set of underwear made from stinging nettles has been designed by a university student as part of a new research project. It is hoped the "nettle knickers" is the first step towards a commercial ...