Common Chickweed
This weed has lovely flowers. But alas, it must die. It was introduced to the U.S. from Europe and has spread throughout the country. The flowering plant can grow into a tangled-looking mat. It’s found in various environments including stream banks, lawns, roadsides, and gardens, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation. Foraging blogs recommend eating the leaves in a salad, or cooking the leaves to substitute for spinach.
