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It is rare that French, Dutch and English agree in the naming of plants. Here is one: Herb Robert, Herbe à Robert, Robertskruid.
One likely Robert is Robert of Molesme, founder of the Cistercian order.
Herb Robert falls easily into his world. The early monks actively sought out its habitat, remote, difficult, damp, marginal landscapes.
The old herbals mention it for all manner of complaints: dysentery and diarrhoea, kidney troubles, even heart strengthening.
Crush a leaf between your fingers. Inhale.
There are those who love the smell of petrol station forecourts. Perhaps they would welcome the burnt tyre aroma in the salad bowl. It is edible, though certainly an acquired taste.