stinging nettle in English
noun
1
a Eurasian nettle covered in minute hairs that inject irritants when they are touched. These include histamine, which causes itching, and acetylcholine, which causes a burning sensation.
In his pasture, edible weeds like dandelion, chicory, quack grass and even stinging nettles are allowed to thrive.
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1. Some of the top natural Antihistamines include stinging nettle, bromelain, quercetin, vitamin C, reishi mushrooms, and even salt.
2. Antipruritics, also known as anti-itch drugs, are medications that inhibit the itching that is often associated with sunburns, allergic reactions, eczema, psoriasis, chickenpox, fungal infections, insect bites and stings like those from mosquitoes, fleas, and mites, and contact dermatitis and urticaria caused by plants such as poison ivy or stinging nettle.