Lamiaceae
White Deadnettle
Lamium album
✓ Generally Safe
Caution in Pregnancy
Native to: Europe, Asia
Also known as: White Dead-nettle, Archangel, Blind Nettle
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Parts Used
FlowerLeaf
Therapeutic Uses
Abnormal uterine bleeding (haemostatic), leucorrhoea, diarrhea, respiratory catarrh, wound healing (topical). Gentle, broadly useful herb.
Herbal Actions
Astringent, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, haemostatic, demulcent, antidiarrheal
Active Constituents
Iridoids (lamioside — primary), flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol, catechins), tannins, alkaloids (stachyrdine), mucilage, saponins
Preparation Methods
☕ Herbal Tea🏺 Tincture
Traditional Preparation Notes
| Herbal Tea | 2 tsp dried flowers per 250ml, steep 10 min, 3x daily — mild, pleasant |
| Tincture | 2–4 ml (1:5, 25% ethanol), 3x daily |
| Notes | Flowers most medicinal — harvest when open. Gentle herb — suitable for long-term use. Combine with lady's mantle for uterine bleeding. Combine with agrimony for diarrhea. |
Safety Information
Safety Rating
✓ Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Caution in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Avoid high doses in pregnancy (uterotonic potential). Otherwise safe.
Side Effects: Mild GI upset. Very well tolerated.