Ongaonga — an Oceanian tradition
Entry No. 1022 · Oceania
Ongaonga
Urtica ferox
- Origin
- Oceania
- Part used
- Leaves
- Tradition
- Traditional ethnobotany
Ongaonga, the giant nettle of New Zealand's forests, was feared and respected by the Maori long before the arrival of Europeans. Its powerful stinging hairs, capable of causing severe reactions in humans and animals alike, did not, however, prevent certain occasional and cautious uses in local tradition. It is ranked among the plants observed with great respect rather than handled lightly.
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Traditional uses
The detailed notebook
Traditional dosage, step-by-step preparation, precautions, and known interactions.
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- Prepared as a paste or decoction
- Traditional duration of use
- Known contraindications
- Related species and their uses
Where to find it
Partner herbalists — available with the detailed notebook.
Sources
PFAF, Wikipedia
Content for historical and informational purposes — not a substitute for medical advice.
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