1 fl oz - ZIN: 428307 - Astringent properties have been attributed to the various types of Stinging Nettle, they have been used to help support haemoptysis, methorrhagia and haematemesis. Gesner, a man of science, recommended the root of this plant for jaundice. The infusion and the juice can be used to help support joint pain, gout, gravel, measles, asthma and pleurisy. The Stinging Nettle is regarded as purgative, diuretic and vermifuge. It is used to practice urtication, i. e., to produce a local erythema for pains.