Day 214: I find it very hard to use the word "weed" when discussing Veronica persica because its cheery blue faces are such bright spots amid the dandelion mop-tops and coarse grass which passes for "lawn" at my house, but unfortunately, this little plant is non-native and therefore deserving of the epithet. To its credit, it is not considered an invasive except in certain agricultural venues, none of which exist in this area. It may also be called "Speedwell," owing to the medicinal properties attributed to it. It can be included in salves for irritated skin, and a tea made of its leaves is said to alleviate stomach ulcers, although it is also diuretic. I prefer to let it grow, where it soothes my eyes with its simple beauty.
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