Fraxinus Excelsior Herb vs Urtica Urens

Majestic European forest tree whose bark and leaves are used in folk medicine for rheumatism, fever, and as a laxative.

Annual nettle species with similar properties to stinging nettle; used in Mediterranean and North African medicine for arthritis, iron deficiency, and diuretic purposes.

fraxin, esculin, mannitol, tannins

formic acid, histamine, acetylcholine, lectins, flavonoids

rheumatism and gout treatment in European folk medicine, mild laxative use, fever remedy

Arthritis, Iron deficiency, Diuretic use, Skin conditions

anti-inflammatory, mild laxative, diuretic

Anti-inflammatory activity, Diuretic effects, Iron supplementation, Antirheumatic properties

2-4g dried bark or leaves as tea

Herb tea: 2-3 cups daily; 1-2ml tincture 3x daily; topical urtication for arthritis

GI inflammation, pregnancy

Pregnancy large medicinal doses, Potassium-depleting diuretics

mild laxative effect

Sting if touched fresh, Mild diuresis, Potential blood pressure lowering