NC Native Plant Society:
Plant Details
Veronica officinalis
Common Speedwell, Common Gypsyweed, Heath Speedwel
Scientific Name: |
Veronica officinalis |
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Genus: |
Veronica |
Species Epithet: |
officinalis |
Common Name: |
Common Speedwell, Common Gypsyweed, Heath Speedwel |
Plant Type |
Herb/Wildflower |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Plant Family |
Plantaginaceae (Plantain Family) |
Native/Alien: |
Not Native to US |
Size: |
0-1 ft. |
Bloom Color(s): |
White, Blue |
Light: |
Sun - 6 or more hours of sun per day, Part Shade - 2 to 6 hours of sun per day |
Soil Moisture: |
Moist |
Bloom Time: |
March, April, May, June, August |
Growing Area: |
Mountains, Piedmont |
Habitat Description: |
Fields and forests; often interpreted as being of mixed native and alien background. Common throughout NC. |
Leaf Arrangement: |
Opposite |
Leaf Retention: |
Deciduous |
Leaf Type: |
Leaves veined, not needle-like or scale-like |
Leaf Form: |
Simple |
Life Cycle: |
Perennial |
Wildlife Value: |
Has some wildlife value |
Landscape Value: |
Not Recommended for home landscapes |
State Rank: |
(*Key) |
Global Rank: |
G5 - Secure (*Key) |
State Status: |
(*Key) |
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