Thrives in deep moist loam. Native to damp meadows and river banks of N. Europe and Asia. It has been used as a potherb but its main commercial uses have been the making of candy from the stems and using the root to flavor cigarette tobacco. Aromatic, stimulant and carminative; it stimulates the appetite, digestive secretions and peristalsis. Also an effective expectorant. Stinging nettles planted nearby will increase the oil content. Large attractive plant. Packet(USozs): $3.50; 1/8 oz: $5.00; 1/4 oz: $9.50; 1/2 oz: $18.00; 1 oz: $34.00 - 8,600 seeds/oz