It is a perennial plant belonging to the Urticaceae family. It grows to about 1-2 metres in height and is known for its heart-shaped leaves with toothed margins and small greenish flowers. Common Nettle is covered with small hairs that cause burning and itching of the skin when touched. These hairs contain chemicals such as histamine and formic acid. It is widespread in moist and nutrient-rich soils, especially along roadsides and in forested areas. The plant flowers in spring and seeds are formed in late summer and early autumn. It sheds its leaves in winter and only dry branches remain. In spring, it blooms again, leaves and turns green. The effect of the hairs in the plant, which irritate the skin, is destroyed by boiling or scalding. For this reason, this plant, which is rich in iron, is used in nutrition.