Bastard: Pimpernel

It thrives in moist, sandy, or gravelly soils that are low in nutrients.

The plant is notably one of the smallest flowering plants in temperate regions, often going unnoticed by casual observers. bastard pimpernel

Because it is so small and easily overlooked, the true population levels of Bastard Pimpernel can be difficult to track. However, it is considered a in several areas because it relies on "early successional" habitats—places that are periodically disturbed. Without such disturbance, larger plants eventually shade it out. It thrives in moist, sandy, or gravelly soils