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Shepherd's purse
Scientific name: Capsella bursa-pastoris
Shepherd's purse is often considered a 'weed'. It produces a lot of seeds and can be found on cultivated and disturbed land, such as arable fields, tracks and gardens.
Species information
Statistics
Height: up to 35cmConservation status
Common.