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2. Urtica dioica - Wikipedia

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   Urtica dioica, often known as common nettle, burn nettle, stinging nettle (although not all plants of this species sting) or nettle leaf, or just a nettle or stinger, is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant in the family Urticaceae. Originally native to Europe, much of temperate Asia and western North Africa, [2] it is now found worldwide.

3. Antipruritic - Wikipedia

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   Itching is often associated with sunburns, allergic reactions, eczema, psoriasis, chickenpox, fungal infections, insect bites and stings like those from mosquitoes, fleas, mites, and contact dermatitis and urticaria caused by plants such as poison ivy (urushiol-induced contact dermatitis) or stinging nettle.

4. Cnidoscolus stimulosus - Wikipedia

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   The entire plant above ground, including the flower petals, is covered with stinging hairs. The tap root can be used as an excellent potato substitute, tasting like pasta. [2] As the common names imply, the urticating hairs on this plant contain a caustic irritant that inflicts a painful sting to those who contact it with bare skin. It can ...

5. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common ... - AOL

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   Treatment: Treating contact dermatitis usually involves applying steroid creams or ointments to your skin, Dr. Zeichner says. In more severe cases, your doctor may prescribe you pills to help ...

6. A Stroll Through the Garden: A 'stinging' weed with health ...

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   Stinging nettle is a weed that can grow up to 8 feet and can cause an allergic rash if you touch it. But it also has some health benefits.

7. What Is Stinging Nettle? 5 Painless Ways to Get Rid of This ...

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   Stinging nettle is a plant that can irritate skin. Here's how to get rid of this unpleasant weed safely. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290 ...

8. Contact dermatitis - Wikipedia

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   Contact dermatitis is a type of acute or chronic inflammation of the skin caused by exposure to chemical or physical agents. [1] Symptoms of contact dermatitis can include itchy or dry skin, a red rash, bumps, blisters, or swelling. These rashes are not contagious or life-threatening, but can be very uncomfortable.

9. Dendrocnide meyeniana - Wikipedia

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   The poisonous wood nettle may cause acute dermatitis when the skin gets into contact with the stinging hairs on its leaves, [8] or other parts such as stems or inflorescences. The fruit and receptacle are edible, but the stalk is not, because it is covered with stinging hairs. The stinging hairs of D. meyeniana are short and hard to see ...