Download. British Interests and the Partition of East Africa For many decades historians have tried to conceptualise the tumultuous period of imperial history in the late nineteenth century that saw a vast wave of colonial rule sweep across the African continent.
How to Love Nettles. Overview: Nettles are a tonic herb that is easily found in disturbed areas, such as abandoned farmsteads and country roads. It makes an unusual but important addition to your herb garden. Nettles are also an early spring herb, making them one of the first fresh herbs to eat of the year.
Stinging Nettle. Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is one of our most nutritious wild food plants. Originally from Europe, stinging nettle has naturalized throughout most of the United States.The stinging hairs that cover its leaves and stems impart a painful sting and rash that can last hours or days. Stinging nettle grows 2 to 4 feet tall and has opposite, toothed leaves that can be several inches long.There are several kinds of nettle including wood nettle (Laportea canadensis), which is native to the U.S. and has fewer stinging hairs. All nettles are edible.Stinging nettle resembles clearweed (Pilea pumila), a non-toxic but unpalatable plant, but clearweed has no stinging hairs. Urtica dioica Stinging Nettle-Schmitz Park7 years ago at Alki, Seattle, Washington, United States by brewbooks.Stinging nettle in bloom.tinging nettle resembles clearweed (Pilea pumila), a non-toxic but unpalatable plant, but clearweed has no stinging hairs. Urtica dioica Stinging Nettle-Schmitz Park7 years ago at Alki, Seattle, Washington, United States by brewbooks. Stinging nettle in bloom.