It has a number of common names, including baby's tears, angel's tears, peace in the home, bits and pieces, bread and cheese, Corsican creeper, Corsican curse, friendship plant, mind-your-own-business, pollyanna vine, Paddy's wig, and mother of thousands .

It is a delicate-looking creeping herb with juicy bright green or yellow leaves and multitudes of tiny white flowers.

[5] This species is native to the northern (European) side of the Mediterranean Sea,[5] in and around Italy, the Adriatic and Aegean regions and offshore islands; it has also been observed in the Azores and Corsica.

In colder regions, the plant dies back during winter, but the roots regenerate; it returns with lush growth as temperatures increase.

Nurseries grow several varieties, including gold, yellow, and white breeds, but the mossy-green type is most popular with gardeners.