common chickweed
plant
Also known as: Stellaria media, stitchwort
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Common chickweed (Stellaria media) is a small-leaved plant belonging to the pink family (Caryophyllaceae). Native to Europe, it has become widely naturalized, often appearing as a low-growing, spreading annual weed in lawns. This plant typically reaches about 45 cm (18 inches) in height and features delicate, white, star-shaped flowers. Common chickweed is edible and can be consumed raw in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also a food source for canaries.12
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