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Veronica persica Poir.

common field-speedwell (Veronicaceae)

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Veronica persica is a widespread weed native to Iran and the Caucasus; ita can be recognised by its fruits, with the two halves of the capsule pointing at 90° away from each other.

Stichens Green (VC22: Berkshire); 2014-03-05

 common field-speedwell / Veronica persica: _Veronica persica_ is a widespread weed native to Iran and the Caucasus; ita can be recognised by its fruits, with the two halves of the capsule pointing at 90° away from each other.

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