Is this plant growing out of cement cracks? It’s called “wallweed” and it has a story.

Why does it only grow in cracks? This is a real “fighter” 💪 Its roots are strong: they penetrate the smallest crack and widen it little by little. So, it’s what actually weakens the wall over time. It doesn’t need much soil: it lives on dust and rainwater that collects in the crack. It withstands thirst and heat: it’s from Tetouan. Its leaves are small so the water doesn’t evaporate. Does it have any benefits or is it just a waste of weeds? Two sides of the coin: The bad side: It damages the wall: its roots, over time, widen the cracks and weaken the structure. Allergies: its pollen is one of the strongest causes of spring allergies. If you have allergies, you’ll sneeze a lot when it blooms. The good side:
People used it in traditional medicine. It has diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. But be careful: don’t drink it or use it as medicine without consulting a doctor. There are plants that look like it and are poisonous. Misdiagnosis = danger. How do you remove it if it’s bothering you? Don’t just cut it off at the top, it’ll grow back. The solution: The radical solution: Water it well to

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