Dead Purple Nettle: A Wild Plant with Healing Power
You’ve probably seen those little purple weeds growing on the side of the road, in your backyard, or popping up in the front yard—meet Dead Purple Nettle (Lamium purpureum), a common plant with uncommon benefits.
✨ Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant – Helps calm inflammation and protect your cells.
🌸 Natural Allergy Relief – Its mild antihistamine effect may ease seasonal sniffles.
🛡️ Immune Support – With natural antibacterial properties to help your body fight off bugs.
🚰 Gentle Detox – Supports kidney and liver function as a mild diuretic.
🌿 Skin Soother – Useful for cuts, rashes, and minor skin irritations.
🥬 Nutrient Boost – High in vitamin C, iron, and fiber—yes, you can eat it!
How to Use: Add fresh leaves to smoothies or salads, brew into tea, or infuse in oil for skin care.
✅ Just make sure to harvest from clean, unsprayed areas.
Nature really does leave little treasures everywhere—we just need to notice.