helloplants.org

Field speedwell
Veronica agrestis

Family: Plantaginaceae


What it is like

A herb.

There are about 250 Veronica species. All Veronica are edible. Also put in the family Scrophulariaceae and Plantaginaceae.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Europe (country/location of origin), Falklands, Haiti, Luxembourg, St Helena, West Indies


How it is used for food

The shoots and leaves are eaten.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms