Purple Dead Nettle (Lamium purpureum) – Wildcrafted Dried Herb | 2 oz

Purple Dead Nettle (Lamium purpureum) is a nutritious spring herb that has been gathered by foragers for generations. Despite its name, it is not a true nettle and does not sting. We responsibly wildcraft our Purple Dead Nettle from our Southern Indiana property and gently dry it in small batches to help preserve its natural color, aroma, and botanical character.

Recognizable by its square stems, soft fuzzy leaves, and distinctive purple tops, Purple Dead Nettle has long been appreciated in traditional European folk herbalism as both a nourishing edible plant and a versatile botanical. It has been enjoyed as tea, incorporated into herbal preparations, and even added fresh to salads and other foods during the spring growing season.

Traditional Uses

Purple Dead Nettle has a long history of use as a traditional spring tonic. Herbalists and foragers have historically gathered the young plants after winter as one of the first fresh greens of the season, believing they provided nourishment and helped support overall wellness as the seasons changed.

Traditionally, Purple Dead Nettle has been used to support normal seasonal wellness and was often included in herbal preparations intended to promote the body's natural response to seasonal environmental changes. It has also been valued in folk herbalism as a gentle, mineral-rich herb traditionally used to support general vitality and overall well-being.

Historically, Purple Dead Nettle was prepared as teas, tinctures, infused vinegars, fresh herbal preparations, and poultices for a variety of traditional household uses. It remains a popular wild herb among modern foragers who appreciate both its culinary and traditional herbal uses.

These traditional uses are based on historical herbal practices and are provided for educational purposes.

Product Features

• Responsibly wildcrafted in Southern Indiana

• Carefully cleaned and naturally dried

• Small-batch prepared

• No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, or additives

• Ideal for teas, homemade tinctures, infused vinegars, and other traditional herbal preparations

  
  

Ingredients

Wildcrafted Dried Purple Dead Nettle (Lamium purpureum)

Directions

Use as desired when preparing teas, homemade tinctures, infused vinegars, or other traditional herbal preparations.

Available Size

2 oz (56 g)

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight in a sealed container to maintain freshness.

Why Choose Hi Vibe Honey Bees & Apothecary?

Every batch of Purple Dead Nettle is responsibly wildcrafted by hand from carefully selected locations in Southern Indiana. We harvest only healthy stands while leaving plenty behind to allow the plants to continue thriving, then gently dry each batch to preserve its natural qualities.

Disclaimer

Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or managing a medical condition.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.